Flood Warning Issued for River Ouse at York Riverside Properties
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.
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