A Flood Alert was issued for Upper River Calder catchment in Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Rochdale on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Calder, Walsden Water, Hebden Water.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Calder at Todmorden Millwood rose 2.01m, peaking at 2.28m, while the River Calder at Hebden Bridge climbed 1.70m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Do not drive through floodwater. Even shallow water can move or damage a car.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Todmorden Millwood | River Calder | +2.01m | 2.28m |
| Hebden Bridge | River Calder | +1.70m | 1.89m |
| Copley Bridge | River Calder | +1.39m | 1.81m |
| Mytholmroyd | River Calder | +1.32m | 2.82m |
| Brighouse | River Calder | +1.29m | 0.05m |
| Todmorden Callis Bridge | River Calder | +1.21m | 1.26m |
| Brearley | River Calder | +1.12m | 1.42m |
| Sowerby Bridge | River Calder | +0.77m | 0.80m |
| Elland | River Calder | +0.57m | 1.07m |
| Nutclough | Hebden Water | +0.47m | 0.47m |