River levels expected to rise again tomorrow afternoon (Thursday) to around the 4m mark following yesterday’s rain.

North Yorkshire Councillor Keane Duncan said in an update on the flooding situation that the River Derwent had peaked on Tuesday and levels have continued to drop overnight. Levels are currently 3.81m.

Cllr Duncan said: "Ground water levels are rising, but still below the threshold, with a lot of capacity in the aquafers. Ground water levels are currently 18.73m.

"Currently nine pumps are operational, but looking to reduce this number today in response to levels continue to reduce. Pumps will remain deployed ready to be switched on over the next few days.

"River levels expected to rise again tomorrow afternoon to around the 4m mark following yesterday’s rain.

"Storm Ciaran is expected to bring 20-30mm of rain, however it is to early for models to forecast what impact this will have on river and ground water levels.

"Additional pumps are being moved into the area today by all agencies ready to be switched on to respond to levels rising in the next 24-72 hours."

Cllr Keane said that plans are also being put in place in case County Bridge needs to be closed.

The Environment Agency has kept flood alerts for the River Derwent.

Yellow weather warnings are in place today for the south coast and Scotland, progressing towards the North East of England for tomorrow (November 2) and Friday (November 3).

Following Storm Babet, Ryedale has experienced periods of inconsistent rainfall and high water levels and the new weather warning for heavy rain will be falling on saturated ground.

Drivers are also being warned to expect plenty of spray and possible localised flooding on the roads.

Ahead of the heavy rainfall forecast to arrive with Storm Ciarán, Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Dan Suri, said: "This rain will fall on already saturated ground, bringing the risk of flooding."

According to the Met Office, the rainfall is expected to arrive after 1am tomorrow (November 2) and is should last until 5.30am, with patches of rain occurring throughout the course of the day.