A Flood Alert was issued for River Alt, Formby to Huyton in Knowsley, Lancashire, Liverpool, Sefton on 23rd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Alt.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Dovers Brook at Dovers Bridge rose 1.09m, peaking at 1.82m, while the River Birket at Davis Road climbed 1.07m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast rising river levels throughout the evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the evening of Friday 23 October . River levels will rise this evening and peak around midnight tonight. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and we will continue to monitor throughout the evening. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Saturday 24 October or as the situation
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovers Bridge | Dovers Brook | +1.09m | 1.82m |
| Davis Road | River Birket | +1.07m | 2.32m |
| Wanes Blades | River Douglas | +1.04m | 1.87m |
| Castle Bridge Croston | River Yarrow | +1.00m | 1.92m |
| Parbold | River Douglas | +0.84m | 1.23m |
| Kirkby | River Alt | +0.81m | 1.14m |
| Crossens Pumping Station | The Sluice | +0.44m | 1.66m |
| Appley Bridge | River Douglas | +0.32m | 1.03m |
| Dyers lane | Sandy Brook | +0.10m | 0.25m |