Flood Alert Issued for Upper River Swale in North Yorkshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Upper River Swale region in Yorkshire. The alert was officially raised at 4:19 PM on March 12, 2026, due to rising river levels observed in the area.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes North Yorkshire, specifically targeting the Upper River Swale, Gilling Beck, and Skeeby Beck. Locations most likely to be affected include low-lying land and roads near these rivers. Specific areas expected to flood include the vicinity of Grinton Bridge and the B6270 at Low Whita.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency recommends monitoring local conditions as they continue to track rainfall and river levels.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected to lead to the flooding of low-lying land and roads. The Environment Agency indicates that flooding is possible starting from the evening of March 12, 2026, and may persist overnight.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of the evening of March 12, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 9:00 PM on March 12, 2026, or as the situation changes.