Flood alert issued for Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Wakefield
People in parts of Wakefield have been warned of possible flooding following heavy and thundery downpours.
A flood alert has been issued for Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck, along with Alverthorpe Beck and Balne Beck.
The warning was updated at 10.47am today (Thursday, August 27) and says rising river levels could lead to flooding.
Low-lying land and roads close to rivers are expected to be the locations most at risk.
People are being urged to take care as river levels could rise suddenly and cause surface water flooding.
The warning advises people to avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
The Environement Agency said that situation was being closely monitored and the alert is due to be updated by 11pm tonight, or sooner if conditions change.