Flood alert for Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck
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Forecast rising river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Thursday 12 February 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land, footpaths and roads near rivers, particularly those near Ings Beck, Balne Beck & HMP Wakefield. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 07:30PM 12 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Wakefield.
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