A Flood Alert was issued for Upper River Ribble, Hodder in Lancashire, North Yorkshire on 3rd September 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Ribble.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ribble at Ribchester School rose 1.43m, peaking at 1.42m, while the River Ribble at Walton-Le-Dale climbed 1.25m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the evening of 03 September 2026 and persistent rain will raise river levels. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 04 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribchester School | River Ribble | +1.43m | 1.42m |
| Walton-Le-Dale | River Ribble | +1.25m | 1.19m |
| Penny Bridge | River Ribble | +1.24m | 1.52m |
| Low Moor | River Ribble | +0.91m | 1.19m |
| New Jumbles Rock | River Ribble | +0.84m | 1.12m |
| Arnford Weir | River Ribble | +0.81m | 1.07m |
| Locks Weir | River Ribble | +0.69m | 0.78m |
| Henthorn | River Ribble | +0.57m | 0.94m |
| Samlesbury | River Ribble | +0.36m | 1.29m |
| Bolton by Bowland Hellifield rd | Kirk Beck | +0.20m | 0.24m |