A Flood Alert was issued for Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Leeds, Wakefield on 27th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Ings Beck, Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Oakenshaw Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Ings Beck at Wakefield Colinsway rose 0.45m, peaking at 0.68m, while the Bushy Beck at Fenton Dam climbed 0.42m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 due to the heavy and thundery downpours expected today. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation as river levels may rise suddenly and cause surface water flooding. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00PM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Colinsway | Ings Beck | +0.45m | 0.68m |
| Fenton Dam | Bushy Beck | +0.42m | 0.52m |
| Horbury | River Calder | +0.40m | 0.70m |
| Wrenthorpe | Balne Beck | +0.34m | 0.75m |
| Wakefield Westgate | Ings Beck | +0.30m | 0.63m |
| Wakefield Henry Street Bridge | Alverthorpe Beck | +0.19m | 0.15m |
| Wakefield Oakenshaw | Oakenshaw Beck | +0.19m | 0.22m |
| Wakefield Grasmere Road | Alverthorpe Beck | +0.13m | 0.11m |
| Wakefield | River Calder | +0.12m | 0.13m |
| Wakefield Brooks Bank | Balne Beck | +0.08m | 0.04m |