A Flood Alert was issued for Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Leeds, Wakefield on 30th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Ings Beck, Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Oakenshaw Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Bushy Beck at Fenton Dam rose 0.37m, peaking at 0.47m, while the Ings Beck at Wakefield Colinsway climbed 0.35m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 30 August 2026 into 31st August 2026. Locations most affected will be Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Wakefield. Showers may be thundery and cause rapid localised river and surface water response in urban areas. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 31 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenton Dam | Bushy Beck | +0.37m | 0.47m |
| Wakefield Colinsway | Ings Beck | +0.35m | 0.59m |
| Wrenthorpe | Balne Beck | +0.25m | 0.66m |
| Wakefield Westgate | Ings Beck | +0.24m | 0.60m |
| Wakefield Henry Street Bridge | Alverthorpe Beck | +0.18m | 0.15m |
| Horbury | River Calder | +0.16m | 0.52m |
| Wakefield Grasmere Road | Alverthorpe Beck | +0.12m | 0.11m |
| Wakefield | River Calder | +0.06m | 0.07m |