Flood warnings issued for parts of Leeds as heavy rain hits the city
Flooding could be experienced in parts of Leeds
Flood warnings have been issued for parts of Leeds as thunderstorms are forecast.
Heavy rain is expected throughout much of the rest of the day across the city. Downpours are predicted to last into the evening today (August 27).
Due to the forecast, the government has issued flood alerts for areas across Leeds, including Wyke Beck in Roundhay Park.
Currently, just the orange ‘Flooding is possible - be prepared’ alert. It covers the following places:
- Wyke Beck and Meanwood Beck catchments
- Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck
- Wash Dike catchment
The message explains: “Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
“Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 due to the heavy and thundery downpours expected today. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers.
“We are closely monitoring the situation as river levels may rise suddenly and cause surface water flooding.
“Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00PM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.”
Leeds Festival has urged attendees to ‘please take care’ as thunderstorms are expected on the first day of live music. People are being told to avoid hiding under trees in the event of a thunderstrike.
A yellow weather warning is in place until 10pm tonight (August 26).
The Met Office warning explains: “A broad band of thunderstorms and heavy rain will move north across England and Wales on Thursday, perhaps becoming slow moving in the afternoon and evening. Accumulations of 20-30 mm in an hour is possible locally, while 30 to 40 mm can be expected fairly widely and up to 50 mm in a 12 hour period in places.
“There is a small chance that some places may see more than 50 mm in three hours and more than 75 mm through 12 hours, especially over east facing high ground. Lightning and hail of 1-2 cm will also be hazards.”