The Environment Agency has urged people in Pannal and Burn Bridge to act now to avoid the impact of flooding.
The government agency issued a flood warning for areas alongside the River Crimple at 4.14am this morning.
Flood warnings are more severe than flood alerts and indicate flooding is imminent.
It said:
“River levels are rising rapidly on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet.
“Areas most at risk include properties on Station Road, Malthouse Lane and Crimple Meadows. Further rainfall is expected throughout the day.
“Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation.”
A less severe flood alert has been issued for the Upper Nidd Catchment area (see above).
Rain is predicted all day before drier weather tomorrow.
The Environment Agency said:
“Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.”
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What to do if you get a flood warning
This is the Environment Agency advice.
A flood warning means you need to act: flooding is expected. You should do all the actions for a flood alert, but also:
- move vehicles to higher ground if it’s safe to do so
- move family and pets to safety
- move important items upstairs or to a safe place in your property, starting with cherished items and valuables, then furniture and furnishings
- turn off gas, electricity and water supplies if it’s safe to do so; never touch an electrical switch if you’re standing in water
- if you have property protection products such as flood barriers, or air brick covers, use them now
- keep track of the latest flood risk situation
