Flood Warning Issued for River Ouse at York Riverside Properties

Flood Warnings high Environment Agency · · York, Yorkshire

The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the River Ouse in York, with flooding expected to impact riverside properties starting Friday night.

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Ouse at York, specifically targeting riverside properties. The alert was raised at 7:04 PM on March 13, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning includes properties on King’s Staith in York. Additionally, riverside areas passing through York from Lendall Bridge to Millennium Bridge are expected to be impacted by the rising water.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are urged to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation and is in the process of closing flood gates in the affected areas.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are forecast to cause flooding in the specified riverside locations. The Environment Agency indicates that the situation is being monitored as levels fluctuate and flood defenses are deployed.

Timeline

Flooding is expected to commence from the evening of March 13, 2026, and continue overnight, with significant impacts anticipated starting at 10:30 PM. This message is scheduled to be updated by 12:00 AM on March 14, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

Source: Environment Agency Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this flood warnings alert about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the River Ouse in York, with flooding expected to impact riverside properties starting Friday night.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects York, Yorkshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
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