York flooding surrounds riverside businesses after Ouse bursts banks

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3 Jan 2025 • 6:03 PM MYT
The Independent
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Businesses were surrounded by floodwater after York's River Ouse burst its banks this week.

A flood warning was issued for riverside properties as levels remained high following recent heavy rainfall.

As of 8:30am on Friday, 3 January, the River Ouse level at Viking Recorder was 3.76 metres — property flooding is possible when it goes above 3 metres.

Residents were advised to activate any property flood protection products they may have and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

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