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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Lower River Wyre

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Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible from the early hours of 03 November 2025 . 

Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the river Wyre, river Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. 

We are clearing blockages from debris screens and closely monitoring the situation. 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 03 November 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall.

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