Flood Alert Issued for River Holme Catchment in Kirklees and Yorkshire
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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Holme Catchment, warning of rising river levels and potential flooding on Monday, February 16, 2026.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Yorkshire, Kirklees
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Environment Agency
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Yorkshire, Kirklees.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Holme Catchment. This level 3 severity alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant as river levels continue to rise slowly.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically covers the River Holme and its tributaries in the Yorkshire region, within the county of Kirklees. Locations most likely to be affected include low-lying land, footpaths, and roads near the river, particularly in the following areas:
- Meltham
- Newhill
- The Ribble
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take care. The Environment Agency strongly recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Stay away from riverbanks and low-lying footpaths until water levels subside.
Expected Conditions
River levels are currently rising slowly. The primary hazards identified include the potential flooding of low-lying land and infrastructure adjacent to the River Holme and its tributaries. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels to assess further risk.
Timeline
The alert is effective as of Monday, 16 February 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 09:00 PM on 16 February 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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