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Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme aims to protect against repeat of extreme flooding such as Boxing Day 2015

Due to adverse weather conditions across the winter months, a new timeline for Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 (FAS2) works in Apperley Bridge has been formulated. Steps have been taken to reduce the impact of temporary traffic management measures on Harrogate Road. 

The murals, painted by artist James Mayle and funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund celebrate heritage and wildlife, add vibrancy to the area and act as a deterrent for vandalism. 

Leeds City Council is progressing a variety of flood alleviation schemes to protect homes, businesses, and infrastructure across the city from the impacts of the climate emergency. As storm season continues, the council is urging everyone in Leeds to learn how they can prepare for flooding. 

Leeds City Council has today issued an update on the current known impacts of Storm Babet, which brought high winds and heavy rain between October 19-21 2023.  

Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 (LFAS2) works to protect areas of Apperley Bridge from flooding are progressing well, with the strengthening of Apperley Lane Bridge expected to be completed by Thursday 24 August.

The next phase of Leeds FAS2 works in the area will begin immediately afterwards and will require partial road closures in the area. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys.

Construction is underway to protect a section of railway by Kirkstall Bridge that has flooded several times in the past, most notably in the 2015 Boxing Day floods. 

Work has started to plant thousands of trees at the site of a new flood storage area – a vital part of the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 (FAS2).

Leeds City Council can today provide an update on its multi-million-pound work to reduce local flooding risk – and has reminded residents of the steps they can take to protect themselves and their homes during the wettest months of the year.

Leeds City Council and the Environment agency have reflected on the impact of the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 1 (Leeds FAS1) since its launch five years ago.

In March 2022, works will begin to reduce the likelihood of flooding in Apperley Bridge as part of the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 (Leeds FAS2).

Leeds City Council has today issued an update on the impact of the storms which have hit the city in recent days.