Riverside footpaths and low-lying land in York and to the south as far as Naburn Lock, including Kings Staith, Queens Staith, and South Esplanade
Flood Alert Area
Area Details
- River / Sea
- River Ouse, Burdyke, Holgate Beck, Blue Beck, River Foss, The Fleet
- County
- North Yorkshire
- EA Area
- North Yorkshire, York
- Type
- alert
- Reference
- 122WAF946
What to Do
If a Flood Alert is active, be prepared:
- Monitor local water levels and news
- Prepare a flood kit with essential items
- Know your evacuation route
- Sign up for EA flood warnings (free)
- Check your insurance covers flood damage
Flood Insurance for This Area
Properties in this flood alert area should ensure they have adequate flood insurance. The Flood Re scheme, backed by the government, ensures affordable cover for at-risk homes.