The latest England flood warnings in force for the
Cumbria and Lancashire region. Data supplied direct from the Environment Agency. Please refresh this page for flood risk updates. Avoid damage to property and travel disruption.
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Flood Warnings and Weather Forecasts.
Flood Warning Area: Cumbria and Lancashire
Counties at risk of flooding:
Cumberland
Areas at risk of flooding: Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk.
Rivers At Flood Risk
River Ehen, Rive Calder, River Irt, River Esk
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from overnight on Friday 02 October . Rising river levels tonight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 02 and 03 October 2026 following heavy rain this evening. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt, Esk and other watercourses from Harrington to Annaside including low lying areas around Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Gosforth, Eskdale and Bootle. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing blockages from debris screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9:30AM on Saturday 03 October or as the situation changes.
Flood Level Number / Meaning
1: Severe Flood Warning Severe Flooding, Danger to Life.
2: Flood Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required.
3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared.
4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force.
Cumberland flood warning updated at: 2026-10-02T15:52:32
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