River Calder at Hebden Bridge - Mytholm and Hebble End

The impacts from heavy rain associated with Storm Bert, and snowmelt over higher ground caused river levels to rise through Saturday 23rd November. Further rainfall is expected at times overnight and on Sunday 24th November. River levels are now falling but are expected to remain relatively high, and flooding remains possible. Impacts remain possible in the Todmorden, Hebden Bridge and Mytholmroyd areas throughout Saturday night and into Sunday morning. The A646 Halifax Road is currently closed due to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible from rivers and surface water. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room shall continue to be open through the weekend. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water or walking near swollen rivers - especially as gale force winds are still forecast over the weekend. This message will be updated by 04:30 on Sunday 24 November 2024, or as the situation cha