Upper River Derwent

River levels remain high on the River Derwent. As a result, flooding is possible over tonight, Friday 12th December 2025 and into tomorrow, Saturday 13th December 2025. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers in the Upper Derwent and Scarborough areas, including land around the Sea Cut at Scalby, Throxenby Beck, Old Malton, and Priorpot Beck in Norton. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00AM on Saturday 13th December 2025, or as the situation changes.