Flood Alert Issued for River Holme Catchment in Kirklees, Yorkshire

Alert Details

Type: Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) Issued by: Environment Agency Effective: February 15, 2026

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Holme Catchment following observations of rising river levels. Officials indicate that flooding is possible throughout the remainder of February 15, 2026, as water levels continue to respond to overnight conditions.

Affected Areas

According to the Environment Agency, the alert specifically covers the Yorkshire area within the county of Kirklees. Impacted locations include:

• Land around the River Holme and its tributaries
• Meltham
• Newhill
• The Ribble

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid travel: Do not walk, cycle, or drive through flood water.
• Stay informed: Monitor local weather reports and river levels.
• Exercise caution: Take care when near riverbanks or low-lying land.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected overnight, which may lead to the flooding of land and roads adjacent to the River Holme and its tributaries. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as the water levels fluctuate.

Timeline

• Alert Raised: February 15, 2026, at 8:55 PM
• Expected Duration: The alert remains active overnight.
• Next Update: The Environment Agency will provide an update by 9:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.