Flood Alert Info - River Spen and Batley Beck catchments
Area Description
The River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 06:08
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels remain high but are falling in the Spen and Batley Catchment due to heavy rainfall throughout the weekend from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 14:00 on Monday 25 November 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 09:23
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are still high in the Spen and Batley Catchment due to heavy rainfall throughout Saturday 23rd and into Sunday 24th November from Storm Bert, as well as melt water due to rising temperature. Flooding is possible.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:30 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 13:25
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
Widespread heavy rain and snow over higher ground is expected in West Yorkshire from early morning Saturday 23 November, and into the evening Sunday 24 November. River levels are expected to rise as a result and flooding is possible.
Flooding is possible in the Spen and Batley Beck catchment areas from 13:00 PM on Saturday 23 November. Further rainfall is expected on Sunday 24 November with further impacts possible.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 19:30 PM on 23/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 23:41
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels remain high as a result of persistent rainfall today, Monday 30th September 2024. River levels have now peaked and are anticipated to fall overnight and into tomorrow, Tuesday 1st October 2024. No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Surface water is likely to affect low spots on roads; take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 am on 1st October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 16:07
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels in the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments are rising following today’s heavy and persistent rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible.
River levels are expected to peak later this evening, 30/09/24 and weather conditions are expected to improve overnight and into tomorrow morning. No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through floodwater. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 12:15 AM on 30/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2024 21:01
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are now falling on Batley Beck following heavy rain and thunderstorms earlier this evening, Tuesday 18/06/2024. No further heavy rain is forecast this evening or overnight and we expect river levels to continue to fall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please continue to stay safe, avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00, on 19/06/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2024 17:51
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
This flood alert is being issued due to the possibility of localized flash flooding due to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms affecting the area today, Tuesday 18 June. Slow moving thunderstorms are expected until around 9pm this evening and could lead to a rapid rise in local watercourses and cause surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay safe, avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Install property flood protection where available and consider moving items of value upstairs or to higher ground. This message will be updated by
22:00, on 18/06/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 22:09
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
This flood alert remains in place as heavy rain and thunderstorms are continuing to affect parts of West Yorkshire. River levels remain high in the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments but are now steadily falling and are expected to continue to fall overnight and into tomorrow, Tuesday 7th May 2024. We will continue to monitor the situation closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 07/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 18:07
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are rising rapidly on the Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms throughout the afternoon. Flooding is possible and areas most at risk are the River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck, from 18:00 on 06/05/2024.
Further heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast this evening, but should ease through the night.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and issue any warnings if necessary. You should avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 22:00 on 06/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 20:27
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
This alert has been issued on the forecast of tonight’s rain. This rain will move across our catchments from the southwest starting Thursday evening, 04/04/24, and continuing into Friday morning, 05/04/24. With catchments still wet, we expect to see a response in the river overnight with levels rising through the night before beginning to peak during the morning. Areas most at risk include the River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck.
Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours and river levels could rise again as a result. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 08:30AM, on 05/04/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 07:44
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels across the River Spen and Batley Beck catchment are rising in response to this morning's heavy rainfall. This rainfall is forecast to continue throughout the morning with further showers forecast over the coming days.
River levels are expected to peak around 09:30 AM 27/12/2023 at Cleckheaton Thornton Street. Avoid using low- lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater.
We are monitoring the situation from our incident room. We do not currently expect to issue any flood warnings but will do so if required.
This message will be updated by 7:40 PM 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 12:10
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels have peaked in Carlinghow Beck/Batley Brook after yesterday’s rainfall and will fall through today, 21/10/23. However, water levels remain high and standing water will remain in low-lying land adjacent to the river. We do not expect any rainfall today will result in a significant rise in river levels. Our incident room is open, and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 20:10, 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 11:01
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen and Blacup Beck, due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck.
Flooding of low-lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday 20th October 2023.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open, and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 19:00, 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 22:09
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include The River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 20:54
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck�.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jun 2023 00:26
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
This flood alert has been issued due to heavy showers and thunderstorms affecting areas across the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments on Sunday 18th June and into the early morning, Monday 19th June. River levels remain high and there are further heavy showers forecast overnight so this flood alert will remain in force but will likely be removed tomorrow morning, Monday 19th June. Our staff are monitoring the situation and our field teams are working with partners to ensure that defences and trash screens are clear of obstructions. For weather forecasts for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk. Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. This message will be updated by 08:30 on 19/06/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2023 19:45
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
This flood alert has been issued as we are expecting heavy showers and thunderstorms to affect areas across the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments this evening and into the early morning, Monday 19th June.
It is not possible to predict the precise location of these thunderstorms, but where they occur there’s a risk of localised surface water flooding and flooding from smaller rivers affecting roads, homes and businesses.
This means that we are taking the precautionary measure of issuing a flood alert.
In anticipation of these thunderstorms our staff are monitoring the situation and our field teams are working with partners to ensure that defences and trash screens are clear of obstructions.
Given the speed at which levels in the faster responding rivers may rise, we may not have time to issue all flood warnings before the onset of any flooding. For weather forecasts for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 12:59
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall overnight and this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected between now and 15:00 today, 17/11/22. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point, however there may be surface water issues locally. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day. We expect river levels to peak between 13:00 and 14:00 this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 20:55 on 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 16:55
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are expected to rise on Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen and Blacup Beck due to heavy, persistent showers.
Areas most at risk include The River Spen, Blacup Beck, Lands Beck and Canker Dyke in Cleckheaton and Liversedge, Batley Beck from Birstall to Dewsbury, and Chickenley Beck.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please be aware that localised surface water flooding is possible.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 00:57
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels remain high as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall on Sunday 20th February. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24hours however river levels are likely to remain high throughout this morning (21/02/2022). We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and our incident staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 12:50 tomorrow afternoon, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:52
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall overnight and this morning, Sunday 20th February. Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Further rain is forecast and we currently expect river levels to peak again around 4– 5pm today, 20/02/2022, and remain high overnight into Monday. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 17:45, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:30
Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck, Lands Beck, River Spen, Blacup Beck
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue through much of tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, rivers will respond readily to this rainfall and are likely to be high through the afternoon, evening and overnight into Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. We currently expect to see river levels peak between lunchtime and mid-afternoon. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated at 08:30, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Sep 2021 16:46
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
This flood alert has been issued as we are expecting heavy showers and thunderstorms to affect areas across the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments this afternoon and evening, Thursday 9th September.
It is not possible to predict the precise location of these thunderstorms, but where they occur there’s a risk of localised surface water flooding and flooding from smaller rivers affecting roads, homes and businesses.
This means that we are taking the precautionary measure of issuing a flood alert. In anticipation of these thunderstorms our staff are monitoring the situation. Given the speed at which levels in the faster responding rivers may rise, we may not have time to issue all flood warnings before the onset of any flooding. For weather forecasts for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk. Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
This message will be updated by 00:45 on 10/09/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 03:29
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels have now started to fall following the heavy and persistent rainfall yesterday (06/02/2021). Wintery showers associated with Storm Darcy are expected through today (07/02/2021) until midnight, but river levels are not expected to rise significantly. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please remain vigilant as catchments remain very wet. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 18:28
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels remain high as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible today through to tomorrow, 07/02/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast through this evening. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closely monitoring the forecast.. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 10:24
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 10:30 today, 06/02/21. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defenses and clearing screens of debris.
This message will be updated by 18:30 on 06/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 06:50
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
Rivers have begun to react to the overnight rainfall. The rainfall was not as intense as forecast, however levels have risen and will remain elevated. Levels will peak between 08:00 and 11:00 this morning (28/01/21). Rain will continue to fall until midday today (28/01/21) before becoming more patchy this afternoon. A further band of rain will pass through the catchment this evening, seeing another rise in levels, similar to this morning. The risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland remains. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 20:23
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of a period of wet weather from around midnight tonight (Wednesday, 27/01/2021) until Friday morning. The heaviest rainfall is likely to be during the early hours of Thursday morning, becoming more patchy during daylight hours. Given the saturated conditions, we expect river levels to respond readily to this rainfall and currently we expect to see rivers peaking between 05:30 and 09:00 Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:01
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated in the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is still possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 13:00, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 19:59
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated in the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected overnight and into tomorrow (Thursday 21/01/2021) and will keep levels high. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:00 tomorrow, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 11:35
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated in the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected throughout today (20/01/2021) which will elevate river levels further. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 19:35 today, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 03:42
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated in the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected throughout today (20/01/2021) which will elevate river levels further. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:40am, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:37
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels have risen across the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall today. This rainfall will continue through tomorrow, 20/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be monitoring the situation closely to decide whether we need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:33
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall from today, 19/01/21, until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from this afternoon, 19/01/2021. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 04:46
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall, from morning, 19/01/21, until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday morning onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from Tuesday afternoon. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:52
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Spen and Batley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall, from late Monday evening until Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday morning onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from Tuesday around 6am. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are out today, checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond.
Please put your flood plan into action and activate property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 04:44
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
Levels on the River Spen and Batley Beck have risen as a result of the heavy rainfall from Storm Bella. However, we no longer expect to issue any flood warnings in this area. Most river levels within the catchment have now peaked and will fall steadily throughout the rest of the day (27/12/20). Although further rain is forecast today, we do not expect this to cause a further significant river response. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 12:45 on 27/12/20, or if the situation changes. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:42
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
This alert is being issued as levels on the River Spen and Batley Beck are rising as a result of Storm Bella. At present, we expect that any potential flooding impacts are most likely to occur at around 22:15 tonight, 26/12/2020.
Further rainfall is forecast over the course of the night any into the early hours of Sunday Morning, 27/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation very closely to assess the need to issue flood warnings for the River Spen if river levels continue to rise as a result of the rainfall.
This message will be updated by 04:45 on 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 00:35
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels responded to the rainfall last night, 09/03/20. Further rainfall is forecast this morning, 10/03/20, which will keep river levels elevated through throughout today. We do not currently expect to issue any warnings in response to this rainfall. This flood alert remains in force as there may be flooding of low-lying land and roads. Please see the Met Office for a detailed weather forecast for your area and keep an eye on our Flood Information Service at https://bit.ly/38zZDn5 for the latest river levels and forecasts. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. This message will be updated by 08:35 on 10/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 16:41
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
Heavy frontal rain is forecast from Monday afternoon, 09/03/2020, overnight and into Tuesday. River levels are expected to start responding from this evening and into the early hours of tomorrow. This flood alert is being issued as a precaution, to raise awareness of the potential flood risk, despite the low confidence that flood impacts will occur. Please see the Met Office for a detailed weather forecast for your area and keep an eye on our Flood Information Service at https://bit.ly/38zZDn5 for the latest river levels and forecasts. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. This message will be updated by 0:35 on 10/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 03:42
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels continue to fall, but will remain elevated throughout Tuesday (25/2/20). We do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next couple of days, but will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 11:40 on the 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 19:17
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels are high following today’s rainfall, Monday 24/02/2020. There is now no significant rainfall forecast, but river levels across the catchment will remain high until tomorrow morning. We are continuing to monitor the situation from our Leeds incident room. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible as a result so please avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of any footpaths which are close to watercourses. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 03:15 on the 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 10:58
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels have risen this morning, Monday 24/02/2020, in response to the recent rainfall and melting snow. Levels are expected to remain high until early afternoon before they will begin to fall. Rain is forecast for Monday until around lunch time and then will ease away.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Please avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 18:30 on the 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 20:32
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
Intermittent rainfall is expected to continue throughout this evening, overnight and into tomorrow, Sunday 16th February, across the River Spen and Batley Beck catchments. River levels will response to this rainfall, but currently we do not currently expect to issue flood warnings.
We continue to closely monitor the situation from our Leeds incident room. If you observe flooding, please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 04:30 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:21
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. Based on the current forecast, river levels are likely to react this afternoon and rise rapidly overnight due to the flashy nature of the catchment and peak around Sunday midday, 16 February. Flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible this evening, into Sunday and beyond.
We have staff on site and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses. Please also plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 20:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 17:31
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels are high as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara and will remain high through Sunday 09/02/2020 evening. Although the heavy rainfall has eased, high winds and further showers are forecast this evening and into Monday, 10/02/2020. We urge residents to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 01:30 on 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 05:13
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
River levels have risen and will continue to rise until around Sunday afternoon (09/02/2020) as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds is expected to continue through to midday Sunday. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
We urge residents to prepare, remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 13:15 9/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 20:30
River Spen, Batley Beck, Chickenley Beck
We are issuing this flood alert for the River Spen and Batley Beck due to forecast heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds are forecast from Saturday evening (08/02/2020) through to Sunday lunchtime. We expect river levels to start rising around 10pm on Saturday and to peak around midday on Sunday (09/02/2020). We urge residents to prepare, remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 0430 09/02/20 or as the situation changes.