A Flood Warning was issued for Widdale Beck at Appersett in North Yorkshire on 24th March 2026.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ure at Bainbridge rose 2.52m, peaking at 2.85m, while the River Rawthey at Brigflats climbed 2.44m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may cause flooding overnight. Flooding is possible overnight into Wednesday 25 March 2026. River levels have rising as a result of ongoing heavy rain which is forecast to clear overnight. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and monitor water levels and weather conditions. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:00AM on 25 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bainbridge | River Ure | +2.52m | 2.85m |
| Brigflats | River Rawthey | +2.44m | 3.07m |
| Park Bridge | River Swale | +1.98m | 2.03m |
| Grinton Bridge | River Swale | +1.68m | 1.70m |
| Killington | River Lune | +1.64m | 2.08m |
| Kirkby Stephen | River Eden | +1.57m | 1.76m |
| Skirfare Bridge | River Skirfare | +1.30m | 1.46m |
| Low Houses | Snaizeholme Beck | +1.05m | 1.17m |
In the news
- Flood alert issued for Lake District locations - Times & Star — Google News
- Flood alert for York following heavy rain - Yahoo News UK — Google News
- Can dredging combat river flooding in UK rural areas? - New Civil Engineer — Google News
- Property crisis looms as 430,000 Britons to become 'climate mortgage prisoners' due to flooding - GB News — Google News