Flood sirens sound in Calderdale as Environment Agency issues warnings for the borough

The flood siren siren has been activated in Walsden by the Environment Agency as river levels continue to rise.

Calderdale Council wardens and West Yorkshire Police Officers are in the area supporting residents.

An spokesperson for the EA said: "River levels across the Upper River Calder Catchment have risen as a result of persistent rainfall and are now approaching levels where we expect properties to flood.

"Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected.

"The siren at Rochdale Road has now been sounded.

"Further persistent rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We expect river levels to remain high through Wednesday and into Thursday.

"Areas most at risk are properties in Walsden, especially around the station.

"The railway line will also flood. We are closely monitoring the situation.

"Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences.

"Please remain safe and put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers."