Flooding

Sources of flooding

Highway flooding

If the flooding is obviously caused by blocked road gullies, contact Street Care on 0845 245 7000.

Sewer flooding and burst water mains

If you think the flooding is from a public sewer or a water main, contact Yorkshire Water|External link.

Watercourses

Landowners are responsible for ensuring that watercourses are maintained free from blockage. This includes pipes and culverts as well as open streams, ponds and mill races.

The Council has powers to require landowners to fulfil that duty.

If you suffer from or observe flooding from this source and need more information, contact Street Care on 0845 245 7000.

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