A Flood Alert was issued for Upper River Calder catchment in Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Rochdale on 3rd September 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Calder, Walsden Water, Hebden Water.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Calder at Brighouse rose 0.45m, peaking at -0.62m, while the River Calder at Todmorden Millwood climbed 0.18m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the early hours of 04 September 2026 . Locations most affected will be the River Calder and its tributaries from Todmorden to Brighouse. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 04 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighouse | River Calder | +0.45m | -0.62m |
| Todmorden Millwood | River Calder | +0.18m | 0.29m |
| Hebden Bridge | River Calder | +0.17m | 0.12m |
| Elland | River Calder | +0.12m | 0.45m |
| Brearley | River Calder | +0.08m | 0.17m |