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Anxious wait as snow melt adds to river levels in York
River levels stable
Snow melt could bring new threat later in week
The worst case scenario in York is a combination of saturated ground, full flood plains, snow melt and rain. Those were the main causes of the floods in 2000.
The arrival of snow this morning was therefore an unwelcome sight. Hopefully any thaw will be gradual.
River levels peak in York
River levels in York are expected to recede slowly over the next few hours.
Flood warnings still in place in York
River levels continue to be high and will not recede before Monday.
Flood defences holding.
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Post storm public service issues
River levels are rapidly returning to normal levels now with streets like Skeldergate reopening to traffic.
It will be several hours before the riverside paths are open and cleared of debris
Attention will now turn to how to restore other public services to an acceptable standard
Potholes have got worse during the recent weather. They are likely to be even worse in flooded streets 
The high winds have cased problems with litter drift 
Dumping at pumping station 
The condition of several trees is a source of concern. Many need maintenance work 
Many areas will remain waterlogged for several weeks 
Request made for cycle path markings to be repainted 
Time for BT to remove this kiosk (phone no longer working) 
Speedy work by the Council in planting 3 additional trees on Acomb Wood Drive
Flooding in York – river levels continue to drop
River levels in the City are continuing to fall. Knavesmire Road which was closed overnight has now reopened.
York Flooding UPDATE – better news
Rivers seem to be peaking in York at about the same level as last week. They are forecast to gradually decline over the next few days. A Red Flood Warning remains in place.
More information is available via this link https://flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/station/8208?direction=u
Less rainfall is expected today.
The weather has also impacted on other public services. We have reported several problems.
Flooding in York – latest
The river Ouse is forecast to rise above the level seen last week. It may remain at a high level for several days. A flood warning is in place. Updated information is available by clicking this link https://flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/station/8208?direction=u
Here we go again – river levels rising in York
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Monday update on York flooding threat
The Environment Agency has a Flood warning in place for York. The latest forecast is that river levels will peak late today. They are not expected to reach 2015 levels but some riverside areas may be affected.
