Flood Alert Info - Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster
Area Description
Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 10:01
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels remain high but are slowly falling following Storm Darragh over the weekend. High lake levels will continue to cause flooding of roads and low lying land. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Forecasts for the next few days are showing limited rainfall therefore we are expecting lake levels to continue to fall. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 08:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Weather conditions are expected to improve through today, 08/12/2024, following Storm Darragh. However, high lake levels will continue to cause flooding of roads and low lying land. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Lake levels are forecast to begin falling as weather conditions improve. We are continuing to monitor rainfall, river, and lake levels. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 16:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Due to Storm Darragh we are expecting some further rain overnight, 07/12/2024 into 08/12/2024, with some locally heavy showers, especially over Cumbria Highland. With recent wet weather the ground is saturated, and smaller watercourses remain high, and may respond to any further rainfall. Larger watercourses and lakes are expected to remain high through the night, 07/12/2024 into 08/12/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are continuing to monitor river, lake, and rainfall levels. We are clearing debris from weed screens and closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 08:06
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Due to storm Darragh we are expecting further rain throughout the day today, 07/12/2024, with some locally heavy showers, especially over Cumbria Highland. With recent wet weather the ground is saturated, and smaller watercourses remain high, these are likely to respond quickly to further rainfall. Larger watercourses and lakes are expected to continue to rise and remain high through today, 07/12/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are continuing to monitor river, lake, and rainfall levels. We are clearing debris from weed screens and closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 16:27
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Due to storm Darragh we are expecting rain throughout the afternoon and into this evening (06/12/2024), with some locally heavy showers, especially over Cumbria Highland. With recent wet weather the ground is saturated, and this rain is likely to cause some of the smaller watercourses to respond quickly and potentially be high overnight into the early hours of the morning (7/12/2024). Larger watercourses and lakes are expected to rise from the early hours into lunchtime tomorrow.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are clearing debris from weed screens and closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 09:53
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
We are expecting further rainfall this evening, 06/12/2024, due to Storm Darragh. Flooding is still possible at locations around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. River level have started to fall but remain high, further rainfall and strong winds are forecast due to Storm Darragh and river levels are likely to rise again this evening and overnight. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. We will continue to monitor river and rainfall levels and reissue this flood alert message, as necessary. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2024 16:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
We are expecting further rainfall this evening 05/12/2024. Flooding is still possible at locations around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We will continue to monitor river and rainfall levels from Friday 06/12/2024 into the weekend as Storm Darragh is forecast to bring further heavy rainfall and strong winds.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
We will continue to monitor river and rainfall levels.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2024 10:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
We are expecting further rainfall this afternoon 05/12/2024. Flooding is still possible at locations around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
We will continue to monitor river and rainfall levels.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2024 20:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 21:00, today, on 04/12/2024. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening but flooding is expected to affect low lying land. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 05/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 06:22
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high due to snow melt and rain from Storm Bert. Levels are likely to remain high throughout Monday 25/11/24. Flooding of low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include watercourses around Windermere and Newby Bridge.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 16:51
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high due to snow melt and rain from Storm Bert. Levels are likely to remain high into Monday 25/11/24. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 06:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are rising due to snow melt and rain from Storm Bert overnight. River levels are likely to remain high into the afternoon 24/11/24. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Weather conditions are expected to improve with Sunday afternoon looking dry.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 10:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Rivers are responding to rainfall and flooding of low lying areas is possible. Rainfall is easing and will move away from the County from lunchtime today, when river levels will peak and start to recede.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are clearing debris from weed screens and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Aug 2024 09:13
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area are consistently dropping and are anticipated to keep declining due to the predicted dry weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/08/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Aug 2024 08:53
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area are currently decreasing and are expected to continue this trend with the forecasted drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/08/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2024 09:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area are now falling and will continue to fall due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/08/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2024 09:46
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to expected rainfall throughout the morning, 27/8/24. A band of heavy rain is expected to cross Cumbria throughout the morning, bringing up to approx. 65mm rain in the upland area. This will be followed by a period of showers, clearing by this evening. Lake levels are currently falling but are expected to rise again from lunchtime today. It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until at least the middle of the week. Rivers in the area may also show some response and start rising from mid morning. We are not currently expecting to issue any further flood warnings.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2024 08:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area remain high due to recent rainfall. Lake levels are expected to fall slowly today 26/08/24 but further rain is expected overnight and tomorrow which may cause river and lake levels to rise again.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2024 09:10
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area remain high due to recent rainfall. We are expecting a further period of rain later this morning and into the afternoon today 25/08/2024, meaning river and lake levels will remain higher than normal throughout the day.
For Monday 26/08/24, we are expecting a generally drier day with some showers in the morning and expect lake levels to continue to slowly fall during Monday.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Aug 2024 07:55
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to recent rainfall. We are expecting a drier day today with occasional showers, meaning levels will fall throughout today 24/08/2024. We are expecting further rain Sunday 25/8/24 which will keep levels higher than normal but we are not expecting this to cause any increase to current levels.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 08:47
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Heavy rainfall overnight has caused river and lake levels in the area to remain high and cause flooding to low lying land and roads. The forecast is now improving meaning levels with fall throughout today 23/08/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 16:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Heavy rainfall overnight has caused river and lake levels in the area to rise and may have caused flooding to low lying land and roads. The rain is expected to continue until mid morning. We are not currently expecting to issue any warnings in the area. Further rain is expected through tonight 22/08/24 into tomorrow morning 23/08/24.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 09:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Heavy rainfall overnight has caused river and lake levels in the area to rise and may have caused flooding to low lying land and roads. The rain is expected to continue until mid morning. We are not currently expecting to issue any warnings in the area. Further rain is expected through tonight 22/08/24 into tomorrow morning 23/08/24.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 17:21
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
We are expecting rain between 16:00pm and 23:00pm today 21/08/2024. This will be followed by a brief dry spell. A heavier band of rain is then expected between 03:00am and 11:00am on Thursday 22/08/2024. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from 05:30am, property flooding is not expected. More rain is expected overnight Thursday until Friday lunchtime.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Aug 2024 10:23
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding of roads and low lying land. Flooding is possible from 10:00 AM on 15/08/2024. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further flooding of roads and low lying land is possible throughout the afternoon as river levels are expected to remain high due to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 15/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Apr 2024 16:48
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels are falling but will remain high on Windermere.
Areas most at risk include watercourses from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Windermere, Newby Bridge and Backbarrow. We are not expecting any property flooding.
Rain is expected this evening, Sunday 14/04/2024 which will cause the lake levels to remain high.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00PM AM on Monday 15/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Apr 2024 09:45
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels are falling but will remain high on Windermere.
Areas most at risk include watercourses from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Windermere, Newby Bridge and Backbarrow. We are not expecting any property flooding.
Rain is expected this evening, Sunday 14/04/2024 which will cause the lake levels to remain high.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM AM on Sunday 14/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Apr 2024 09:46
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels have now peaked but will remain high on Windermere.
Areas most at risk include watercourses from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Windermere, Newby Bridge and Backbarrow. We are not expecting any property flooding.
No significant rainfall is forecast today Saturday 13/04/2024, but more rain is expected tomorrow evening, Sunday 14/04/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10 AM on Sunday 14/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Apr 2024 16:48
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels are continuing to rise on Lake Windermere, today Friday 12/04/2024.
Areas most at risk include watercourses from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Windermere, Newby Bridge and Backbarrow. We are not expecting any property flooding.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 13/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Apr 2024 09:56
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are remaining high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster with further rainfall forecast for today, Friday 12/04/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 16:49
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall from 7PM this evening, Thursday 11/04/2024 and into tomorrow morning.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
No property flooding is expected but further rainfall is forecast throughout Friday which will keep the levels high.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and operating gates. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Friday the 12/04/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 09:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to prolonged rainfall. Further rain through Tuesday will keep the levels high and so this alert remains in place. Areas most at risk include low lying land near Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we are clearing debris screens. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on Tuesday 09/04/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 16:58
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to rainfall overnight on Monday 08/04/2024.
Flooding is possible on low-lying land near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster from early morning on Tuesday 09/04/2024.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast later on Tuesday, meaning that river levels will remain high.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and clearing debris screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2024 11:04
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rain falling on wet catchments. There is less rain in the forecast for today Friday 05/04/2024, but with further rain and Storm Kathleen expected overnight into Saturday, this alert remains in place.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further showers are forecast in the area for Saturday night, and so river levels are expected to remain high over the weekend.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we are clearing debris screens and checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Saturday 06/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 16:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rain falling on wet catchments, in the early hours of Friday 05/04/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow night so river levels are expected to remain high into the weekend. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we are clearing debris screens and checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on Friday 05/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 08:36
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels have peaked on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster but remain higher than normal and will . A little rain is forecast today, Sunday 17/03/24, but we are expecting levels to continue to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Newby Bridge Sluices are open.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 08:17
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels have peaked on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster but remain higher than normal and will fall slowly throughout the day, Saturday 16/03/24. No rain is forecast this morning, Saturday 16/03/24, but we are expecting showers this afternoon through to lunchtime on Sunday 17/03/24.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Newby Bridge Sluices are open.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 17/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2024 08:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. We expect these levels to peak today 15/3/24. However, levels will remain higher than normal over the weekend. Rain is due to ease this evening with a drier period overnight and during the day on Saturday, further rain is forecast for Saturday night into Sunday.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Newby Bridge Sluices are open.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 16/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 16:50
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow 15/03/2024, which may cause river and lake levels to rise further.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Newby Bridge Sluices are open.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 15/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 10:00
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and tomorrow 15/03/2024, which may cause river and lake levels to rise further.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 15/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 17:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and tomorrow, which may cause river and lake levels to rise further.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 06:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy overnight rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further rainfall is forecast today (13/03/2024) and tomorrow (14/03/2024) and river levels may rise further.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2024 20:46
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight (28/02/2024) and into the early hours of the morning. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 29/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 09:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay, Winster are now stable following rainfall earlier this week, though levels on Wiindermere and the River Leven remain high today, Friday 23/02/2024, albeit now beginning to recede slowly.
A mix of patchy cloud, clear or sunny spells and scattered showers throughout today. These showers falling as snow over higher ground and heavy at times. Some showers on Saturday but generally an improving situation over the weekend with low rainfall totals.
Further flooding is unlikely but may continue to affect low lying areas around Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, and the shores of Windermere today.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and the Newby Bridge Sluices remain open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 09:29
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and lake levels remain high this morning Thursday 22/02/2024, on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay, Winster and on Windermere following heavy rainfall yesterday morning. A further band of rainfall during the early hours of this morning saw some further limited river response but levels will recede today apart from the level of Windermere which remains high today but stable and will only fall slowly over the next few days.
Some further showers can be expected at times today and Friday and are likely to be wintry over higher ground.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and the Newby Bridge Sluices are open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 15:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and lake levels are and will remain high overnight Wednesday 21/02/2024 into Thursday 22/02/2024, on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay, Winster and Windermere following the heavy rainfall through Wednesday morning. A further band of rainfall is forecast to pass through during the early hours of Thursday morning which may result in some further river response.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely but do not expect to issue any Flood Warnings.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 08:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising and will remain high today, Wednesday 21/02/2024, on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 18:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Heavy rain is forecast in the early hours of tomorrow and throughout tomorrow morning, Wednesday 21/02/2024. River levels on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster are likely to rise as a result.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 07:24
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
No property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 16/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2024 08:35
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Levels are expected to remain high for the next few days, and this Flood Alert is likely to stay in force until at least Monday 29/01/2024.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas around the shores of Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow,
Newby Bridge sluices have been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2024 09:01
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Levels are expected to remain high into the weekend, but no further significant rainfall is forecast for the rest of the week.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas around the shores of Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow,
Newby Bridge sluices have been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2024 09:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Levels are expected to remain high until the weekend, but no further significant rainfall is forecast for the rest of the week.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas around the shores of Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow,
Newby Bridge sluices have been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 09:38
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to yesterday’s heavy rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn.
The rainfall has now cleared, and it should be a largely dry day Wednesday 24/01/2024 apart from the odd shower. Some further frontal rain is forecast later on Thursday over into Friday.
Areas most at risk include include low lying areas around the shores of Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow,
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Newby Bridge sluices have been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 20:52
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. The heaviest rainfall has now passed through this evening and river levels should begin to fall overnight.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Newby Bridge sluices have been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 07:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on WIndermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rain is expected throughout today and levels are expected to rise again this afternoon Tuesday 23/01/24 and into the evening.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Newby Bridge sluices have now been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 07:36
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall. Further showers are expected throughout today with another band of rain during Tuesday. This means levels will remain higher than normal and will rise again on Tuesday afternoon.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Newby Bridge sluices have now been opened by the Environment Agency.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 00:06
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Ongoing flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in these areas from 11:55 PM on 21/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster are expected to remain high today (22/01/2024). We do not expect any further flooding to properties.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Newby Bridge sluices are currently closed but are due to be opened by Environment Agency operatives early on Monday morning.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 13:19
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Whilst river and lake levels continue to recede, Windermere Lake remains high.
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The forecast is for colder and drier weather into the weekend.
Flooding may affect low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Whilst river and lake levels continue to recede, Windermere Lake remains high and will continue to do so throughout today.
The forecast is for drier and brighter weather for the majority of the day, odd showers may be experienced, but will have little impact on river and lake levels.
Flooding may affect low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Whilst river and lake levels are starting to recede, Windermere Lake remains high and will continue to do so throughout today.
The forecast is for drier and brighter weather for the majority of the day, odd showers may be experienced, but will have little impact on river and lake levels.
Flooding may be affecting low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
It is advised to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:35
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall. Further showers are forecast throughout today, 03/01/2024, and overnight, which could lead to isolated impacts in already sensitive catchments at times. Flooding may be affecting low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this afternoon and this evening, 2/1/2024, which will fall onto saturated ground. Flooding may be affecting low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 09:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this afternoon and tonight, 1/1/2024, which will fall onto saturated ground. Flooding may be affecting low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 2/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further showers are forecast throughout the day today (31/12/2023) and tonight, which will fall onto saturated ground. We are also expecting more rain throughout Monday and Tuesday.
Flooding may be affecting low lying land, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 1/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 10:22
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day today (30/12/2023) and tonight, which will fall onto saturated ground.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 09:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day today (29/12/2023) and tonight, with heavy persistent rainfall expected on Saturday which will fall onto saturated ground.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:07
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Blustery showers are expected throughout today (Thursday, 28/12/2023) and therefore river and lake levels are expected to remain high with flooding possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 16:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Flooding is possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening, and river levels are expected to remain high.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to Storm Gerrit.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Flooding is possible from the early hours of the morning on Wednesday 27/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, and river levels are expected to remain high. Flood warnings are possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 09:31
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are falling slowly on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. We are expecting levels to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. The sluices at Newby Bridge are open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 09:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are falling slowly on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. Approximately 20mm of rain is forecast today, Tuesday 12th December 2023. Despite the rain we are still expecting levels to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. The sluices at Newby Bridge are open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:16
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. We may see a drop in levels today Monday 11th of December. However, further rain is forecast throughout the day on Tuesday 12th December 2023, which will cause levels to remain high or slightly rise during Tuesday.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. The sluices at Newby Bridge are open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 10:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. The sluices at Newby Bridge are open.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 07:45
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels will rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. The sluices at Newby Bridge will be opened.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2023 10:28
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high but are returning to normal on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and Lake Windermere will remain high today, but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the week but we are not expecting any impacts. This flood alert is likely to be removed later today due to the falling levels. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Newby Bridge sluices will be closed today due to the drop in water levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2023 08:51
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in these areas.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the week.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and Lake Windermere will remain high today, but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Newby Bridge sluices remain open due to high lake levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Nov 2023 09:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in these areas.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the weekend before an improved forecast for early next week.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and Lake Windermere will remain high today, but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Newby Bridge sluices remain open due to high lake levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2023 08:49
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in these areas.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the weekend before an improved forecast for early next week.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and Lake Windermere will remain high today, but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Newby Bridge sluices remain open due to high lake levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 20/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2023 10:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in these areas.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the weekend before an improved forecast for early next week.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and Lake Windermere will remain high today, but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Newby Bridge sluices remain open due to high lake levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 10:05
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are falling but will remain high for several days. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 09:10
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are forecast to begin falling but will remain high for several days. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 16:30
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are forecast to begin falling but will remain high for several days. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00am on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 08:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are forecast to begin falling but will remain high for several days. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 16:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but steady on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 09:09
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but steady on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further showers are forecast throughout the day. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 17:00
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other nearby watercourses due to heavy rainfall. Potential flooding to low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
The Flood Alert will remain in place overnight as further heavy heavy showers are forecast which will keep river and lake levels high. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 10:06
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other nearby watercourses due to heavy rainfall, with potential flooding to low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further heavy showers are forecast throughout the day. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster are expected to remain high today (13/11/2023) and we do not currently expect any further flooding to properties. This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2023 17:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2023 09:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but steady on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2023 17:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high but steady on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 26/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2023 09:01
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but steady on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain high for several days.
River levels are high but steady at the Far Sawrey; Jeffy Knotts; Miller Bridge; Newby Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 23/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 16:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain high for several days.
River levels are high but steady at the Far Sawrey; Jeffy Knotts; Miller Bridge; Newby Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 22/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 08:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
River levels are high but steady at the Far Sawrey; Jeffy Knotts; Miller Bridge; Newby Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 17:22
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are remaining high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2023 10:42
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Aug 2023 18:13
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Aug 2023 11:13
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other nearby watercourses due to heavy rainfall, with potential flooding to low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further heavy showers are forecast throughout the weekend and into Monday.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster are expected to remain high today (12/08/2023) and through the weekend and we do not currently expect any further flooding to properties.
This message will be updated by 11:59 AM on 13/08/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jul 2023 19:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to prolonged heavy showers and some thunderstorms.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further showers are forecast this evening but these are expected to lessen in the next few hours.
River levels are forecast to level off and begin to fall overnight as the showers decrease.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and we have been clearing debris screens and checking rivers for blockages
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 16/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Apr 2023 16:13
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Mar 2023 01:46
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2023 16:35
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2023 16:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise overnight Wednesday (15/03/23) due to prolonged rain, falling on already saturated ground.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible from the early hours of Thursday morning (16/03/23), continuing throughout the day.
It is possible that some flood warning thresholds could be reached.
Rainfall amounts are expected to be less on Friday (17/03/23) which should allow river levels to recede.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor river levels and this alert will be updated on Friday or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 06:09
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
No property flooding is expected.
River levels are expected to remain high for the rest of today, Monday 13th March.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2023 17:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2023 23:20
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2023 16:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Periods of heavy rain are expected across the area over the course of the week. With levels in watercourses already high and the ground saturated, flooding is possible. Flood warnings will be issued if required. Please stay tuned to local weather forecasts for further information.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2023 11:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and Lake levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. The forecast rainfall over today, Sunday 8th of January, and tomorrow will keep the rivers above the flood alert threshold. Heavy rainfall is forecast on Tuesday which could cause the river levels to rise further. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow the 9th of January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 11:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Rain overnight last night and further rain today, Saturday 7th of January, and tomorrow will cause the river levels to remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. Lake Windermere will also remain high for several days. No property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Sunday the 8th of January or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 15:45
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Further rainfall is forecast during the evening of Friday the 6th of January into the morning of Saturday the 7th. This will cause river levels to rise further on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster. Lake Windermere will also remain high for several days. No property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Saturday the 7th of January or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2023 02:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2022 07:49
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 19:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 14:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Flooding of low lying land is possible in these areas. Newby Bridge sluices remain closed and we are not expecting levels on Windermere to require their operation.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon before clearing this evening, being dry overnight and tomorrow.
River levels are slowly rising at present but we do not expect any flood warnings to be issued.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 20/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2022 12:14
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
River levels are forecast to begin falling this evening as rainfall eases.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 16/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2022 10:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
The river levels in the area are continuing to fall, the lake level is slowly falling but will remain high for today. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Continue to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Friday 11/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 10:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst the river levels in the area are starting to fall, the lake is rising and will remain high for at least the next few days and there will be flooding to low lying land.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we are not expecting to issue any warning.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10.11.2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 11:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall this morning, Monday the 07/11/2022.
Areas most at risk include the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few hours but no flooding to property is expected.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on the 08/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2022 15:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further heavy showers are forecast this afternoon.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 03/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2022 09:03
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
The rain is forecast to ease throughout the afternoon and river levels are expected to begin falling.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 28/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2022 13:42
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall forecast this afternoon into this evening. Areas most at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Flooding is possible on low-lying land and roads from early evening today into the early hours of tomorrow 10/10/2022.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 10/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 14:35
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising rapidly on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
River levels will start to fall as the rain eases later today, 30/09/2022.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2022 09:45
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to rainfall overnight on Monday 1/8/22 and into Tuesday morning. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads near these rivers and their tributaries during Tuesday and so we are warning the public to be careful if they do not know the area well. There is little further rainfall forecast during Tuesday, and river levels are expected to fall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and do not walk or cycle through floods. This message will be updated later today, 02/08/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Aug 2022 20:10
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to rainfall overnight on Monday 1/8/22 and into Tuesday morning.
Flooding may affect low lying land and roads these rivers and their tributaries during the early hours of Tuesday and so we are warning the public to be careful if they do not know the area well.
There is little further rainfall forecast during Tuesday, and the situation should improve, however there may be standing water seen for several hours.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and do not walk or cycle through floods.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 02/08/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2022 10:16
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high, but are now receding on Windermere and on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land will continue to affect areas along the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow 25/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 09:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. No further rain is forecast today, 23/02/2022, however levels are expected to remain above flood alert levels. We do not expect flooding to properties. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor the forecast and re-issue alerts or warnings if necessary. We are clearing debris from screens and checking watercourses for blockages in the area and monitoring local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 24/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 09:34
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rain is forecast today, 22/02/2022, and levels are expected to remain above flood alert levels. We do not expect flooding to properties. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We are continuing to monitor the forecast and re-issue alerts or warnings if necessary. We are clearing debris from screens and checking watercourses for blockages in the area and monitoring local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 23/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to recent heavy rainfall. No further rain is forecast today, 21/02/2022, and levels are expected to begin falling. We do not expect flooding to properties. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue alerts or warnings if necessary. We are clearing debris from screens and checking watercourses for blockages in the area and monitoring local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated on tomorrow morning 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 12:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall. Further rain is forecast until this evening Sunday 20/02/2022, and so levels are expected to rise further and continue to be raised for the next day or more. We do not expect flooding to properties. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue alerts or warnings if necessary. We are clearing debris from weed screens and checking watercourses for blockages in the area and monitoring local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated on Monday morning 21/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 10:19
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are remaining high on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Further rain overnight is expected to cause the river level to rise tomorrow morning, Sunday 20/02,2022.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue alerts or warnings if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning 20/02/222 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 09:07
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and their tributaries following recent heavy rainfall, and Newby Bridge Sluices remain open. Areas most at risk include low lying areas around Grasmere, Rydal, Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Today, Friday 18/02/2022, is forecast to be mostly dry but the lake level in particular will remain raised. Further rain is forecast on Sunday 20/02/22 and levels may rise again in response to that. River and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days. We do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 08:37
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high on Windermere and the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and their tributaries following recent heavy rainfall, and Newby Bridge Sluices remain open. Areas most at risk include low lying areas around Grasmere, Rydal, Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Today, Thursday 17/02/2022, is forecast to be mostly dry but the lake level in particular will remain raised, and levels are expected to rise again in response to further rain associated with Storms Eunice, which is forecast to start in the early hours of Friday and continue through the day. River and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days. We do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow Friday 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 07:20
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have responded again to overnight rainfall upstream of Windermere on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and their tributaries and are likely to respond again to further rainfall over this afternoon, Wednesday 16/02/2022. Levels on Windermere and the River Leven remain high and Newby Bridge Sluices remain open. Areas most at risk include low lying areas around Grasmere, Rydal, Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. More rain is expected today through this afternoon associated with named storm Dudley and further rain is forecast on Friday with the onset of Storm Eunice. River and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days. We do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2022 09:12
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high although now receding upstream of Windermere on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and their tributaries, following recent heavy rainfall. However, levels on Windermere and the River Leven remain high and Newby Bridge Sluices are still open. Areas most at risk include low lying areas around Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Today, Tuesday 15/02/2022, is forecast to be dry until evening but with more rain expected later this week, associated with named storms Dudley and Eunice, river and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days. We do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 16/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2022 08:32
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but are now receding upstream of Windermere on the Rivers Brathay , Rothay and their tributaries following the heavy rainfall over the weekend, but levels on Windermere and the River Leven remain high and Newby Bridge Sluices were opened. Areas most at risk include low lying areas around Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Some further showers are forecast this morning, Monday (14/02/2022), and with more rain forecast this week river and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days but we do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday (15/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2022 14:05
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall and further rainfall is expected for several hours today, Sunday 13/02/22. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. With some further rainfall forecast tomorrow, Monday 14/02/22, river and lake levels are expected to remain high for the next few days but we do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow, Monday 14/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2022 18:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall and further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. Areas most at risk include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. The Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster are expected to remain high today (05/02/2022) but we do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated on Sunday morning (06/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2022 11:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level has peaked and is now falling slowly but remains high. Locations still affected are Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow. The weather forecast is for a drier day and the lake level will continue to fall slowly. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses or around the lake, do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, the 02/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 12:01
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level remain high at Newby Bridge. Locations still affected are Windermere, Newby Bridge, and Backbarrow. The weather forecast is for a drier day and we expect levels to peak and then fall later today and into tomorrow. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and around the lake, do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. . This message will be updated tomorrow, the 01/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 20:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are forecast to rise overnight on the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from midnight and through the early hours of 31/12/2021 at locations near to the Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel.
Further showers are forecast on Friday and throughout the weekend which we will continue to monitor, we are not expecting these to cause further flooding impacts.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow, the 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 15:55
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall, although they are starting to recede and will continue to recede due to a dry forecast up until Saturday. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 05/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2021 14:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall, although they are starting to recede and will continue to recede due to a dry forecast up until Saturday. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Thursday 04/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2021 12:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall, although they are now falling slowly. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further light showers are expected today, Tuesday 02/11/2021. We are monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 03/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 12:20
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further showers are expected today, 01/11/2021 and into tomorrow, 02/11/2021, however we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. We are monitoring the situation. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 13:56
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. Further showers are expected today, Sunday 31/10/2021, and overnight into Monday, 01/11/2021. We are monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 20:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall. These include Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. A further band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Sunday 31/10/2021, so levels will remain high. We are monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 31/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 19:20
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels remain high on Lake Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands which includes low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the recent persistent rainfall. This has eased in some locations but further spells of rain are forecast this evening 29/10/21 and over the weekend and therefore levels will remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, 30/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 10:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels remain high on Lake Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands which includes low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the recent persistent rainfall. This has eased in some locations overnight but further spells of rain are forecast today 29/10/21 and over the weekend and levels will remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated later today, 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 20:12
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels remain high on Lake Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands which includes low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the recent persistent rainfall. With rainfall easing overnight tonight (28/10/21) levels will remain steady but high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 18:02
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels continue to be high on Lake Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands which includes low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the recent persistent rainfal. Further rain is forecast until Friday 29/10/21 and so we expect levels to remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 06:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels have risen on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, particularly from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands which includes low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the persistent rainfall yesterday and overnight into Wednesday 27/10/21.
Further rain is forecast until Friday 29/10/21 and so we expect levels to remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2021 09:41
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels remain high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to several days of heavy rain earlier this week. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 09/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 10:01
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels are high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to several days of heavy rain. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 09:28
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels are high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to several days of heavy rain. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 07/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 10:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels are high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to several days of heavy rain. Rain is expected throughout daylight hours on Tuesday 05/10/2021. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 09:55
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels are high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the heavy rainfall over the weekend. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2021 08:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Water levels are high on Windermere, Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and other watercourses, from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel due to the heavy rainfall on Saturday 02/10/2021.
The level of Winderemere and the River Leven is forecast to rise slowly throughout Sunday.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 04/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Apr 2021 09:03
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
The Lake level remains high, but is beginning to fall, as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding may still affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Lake levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 02/04/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2021 08:05
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast and whilst lake levels have started to recede they will remain high over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 1/04/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2021 08:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast and whilst lake levels have started to recede they will remain high over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 31/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 09:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing. We expect lake levels to remain high into tomorrow 30/03/2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow 30/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 18:23
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey gauge as a result of overnight rainfall and todays showers. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. With further heavy rainfall tonight, River levels are expected to remain high into tomorrow morning 29/03/21. We are not currently expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 29/03/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2021 08:31
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst river levels are generally receding, levels on Windermere and the River Leven at Newby Bridge remain high as a result of rainfall earlier this week and overnight last night. Consequently, some flooding to low lying land remains around Windermere due to high lake levels and high levels on nearby rivers including the Rivers Rothay, Brathay, Leven, Rusland Pool, Eea, Winster and their tributaries. Levels on Windermere are expected to begin to recede later today as frontal rain begins to clear through this morning, Saturday 13/03/2021. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the shores of Windermere and near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 14/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 16:39
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst river levels are generally receding, levels on Windermere and on the River Leven at Newby Bridge remain high as a result of rainfall earlier this week. Consequently, some flooding to low lying land remains around Windermere due to high lake levels and high levels on nearby rivers including the Rivers Rothay, Brathay, Leven, Rusland Pool, Eea, Winster and their tributaries. Some further heavy rainfall is forecast late on today over into Saturday which may prompt some further response from rivers and streams and keep the level of Windermere high.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the shores of Windermere and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 13/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 07:38
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst river levels are generally receding, levels on Windermere and on the River Leven at Newby Bridge remain high as a result of rainfall earlier this week. Consequently, some flooding to low lying land remains around Windermere due to high lake levels and high levels on nearby rivers including the Rivers Rothay, Brathay, Leven, Rusland Pool, Eea, Winster and their tributaries. Some further rainfall is forecast late on today over into Saturday
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the shores of Windermere and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 13/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 10:39
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and lake levels remain high as a result of last night's heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Scattered rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 17:02
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this afternoon. Consequently, flooding of low lying land is possible from 17:00 today, 10/03/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and lakes which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2021 09:06
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are still falling but remain above the flood alert level today, 28/02/21. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible today. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. There is little or no rain in the current forecast so we expect levels to continue to recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2021 08:50
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 27/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will persist for today and possibly tomorrow. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. There is little or no rain in the current forecast so we expect levels to continue to recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 15:24
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will persist for the next few days. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. There is little or no rain in the current forecast so we expect levels to continue to recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 27/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 09:12
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will persist for the next few days. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. There is little or no rain in the current forecast so we expect levels to continue to recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 18:05
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will persist tonight, 25/02/21, and for the next few days. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 09:49
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland persist today, 25/02/21, and tomorrow, 26/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 17:29
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours and forecast to be dry from tomorrow 25/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 11:56
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 24/02/21, and tomorrow, 25/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 17:27
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from today 23/02/21 and tomorrow 24/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 08:44
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall over the past weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 22/02/21, however more rain is forecast tomorrow 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 09:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level is high but steady as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 21/02/21, and water levels are expected to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:29
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have fallen but are forecast to rise again at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of continued rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2021 17:19
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from today, 19/02/21 and over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale,Grasmere,Ambleside,Troutbeck,Windermere,Hawkshead,Rusland Valley,Newby Bridge,Backbarrow,Cartmel,Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck,River Brathay,River Rothay,Trout Beck,Mill Beck,Cunsey Beck,Windermere Lake,Rusland Pool,River Eea,River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing debris screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 09:22
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst lake and river levels are receding, they remain high as a result of rainfall from Storm Christoph earlier this week. Consequently, some flooding to low lying land remains around Windermere due to high lake levels and levels on nearby rivers including the Rivers Rothay, Brathay, Leven, Rusland Pool, Eea, Winster and their tributaries, remain high. We continue to closely monitor the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the shores of Windermere and near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 24/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 09:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst lake and river levels are receding, they remain high as a result of rainfall from Storm Christoph earlier this week. Consequently, some flooding to low lying land remains around Windermere due to high lake levels and levels on nearby rivers including the Rivers Rothay, Brathay, Leven, Rusland Pool, Eea, Winster and their tributaries, remain high .
We continue to closely monitor the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the shores of Windermere and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:37
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Whilst lake and river levels have started to recede, both river and lake levels do remain high as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Windermere and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, 20/01/21, and as such still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday, 20/01/21, and as such still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 18:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin from 18:45 today, 19/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and lakes and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and lakes which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 10:00
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high at the Newby Bridge and Far Sawrey river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 22/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 10:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high at the Newby Bridge and Far Sawrey river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 21/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 10:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high at the Newby Bridge and Far Sawrey river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We expect river and lake levels to remain high Friday into Saturday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 20/12/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 08:21
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Newby Bridge and Far Sawrey river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We expect river and lake levels to remain high Friday into Saturday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 19/12/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2020 09:55
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of persistent overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale,Grasmere,Ambleside,Troutbeck,Windermere,Hawkshead,Rusland Valley,Newby Bridge,Backbarrow,Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Intermittent rainfall is expected to continue today, 24/11/20 and overnight tonight with river and lake levels expected to remain high throughout this period. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/11/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2020 08:17
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels remain high but are falling at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River and lake levels continue to fall slowly but with further rain expected later this evening, it is expected they will rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/11/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2020 09:39
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River and lake levels are falling slowly but will remain high during today 22/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2020 09:17
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River and lake levels will remain high during today with further showers forecast today, 21/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Nov 2020 10:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River and lake levels will remain high during today, 20/11/2020, with further rain forecast this morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2020 09:17
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
River and lake levels will remain high during today, 19/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 16:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We expect river and lake levels to remain high overnight and into tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/11/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2020 10:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Levels at the Far Sawrey gauge on Windermere continue to recede as of Friday, 06/11/2020. Today’s forecast is for the current spell of dry weather to continue and the level of Windermere is expected to fall below the Flood Alert level by tomorrow, 07/11/2020. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and footpaths adjacent watercourses and lakes in the Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Winster and the Lythe Valley areas. Higher than normal lake and river levels remain on Windermere, River Leven, River Winster, River Gilpin and their tributaries. We are monitoring the situation closely and the Newby Bridge Sluices currently remain open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and lakes. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 07/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2020 08:32
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Levels at the Far Sawrey gauge on Windermere continue to recede slowly as of Thursday, 05/11/2020. Today’s forecast is for the spell of dry weather to continue and levels should continue to fall over the next few days. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and footpaths adjacent watercourses and lakes in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Winster and the Lythe Valley areas. Higher than normal lake and river levels remain on Windermere, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Leven, River Winster, River Gilpin and their tributaries. We are monitoring the situation closely and the Newby Bridge Sluices remain open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and lakes. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 06/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2020 08:08
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels at Windermere remain high and will remain so throughout today Wednesday 04/11/2020. Today’s forecast is for dry weather and levels will begin to fall throughout the day and over the next few days. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 10:03
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels at Windermere remain high and will remain so throughout today, Tuesday 03/11/2020. Today’s forecast for showers is not expected to have any impacts and levels will begin to fall throughout the day and over the next few days. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 04/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 09:59
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels at Windermere remain high and will remain so throughout today, Monday 02/11/2020. Further rain is expected this afternoon and overnight into Tuesday 03/11/20. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 11:45
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels at Windermere remain high and will remain so throughout today, Sunday 01/11/20. Further rain is expected this afternoon and overnight into Monday 2/11/20, followed by further showers during Monday. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2020 09:20
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Lake levels at Windermere remain high and will continue to remain so throughout the day. Further rain today, Saturday 31/10/2020, will be followed by a drier period this evening before more rain moves in from the west early Sunday morning, 01/11/2020. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 09:11
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
The Lake level has peaked at the Far Sawrey gauge following yesterday’s persistent heavy rainfall but will continue to remain high. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains throughout the day. Areas likely to remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Today, 30/10/2020, is expected to be a drier day so we expect levels to fall. However, further rain is expected over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 31/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2020 15:17
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 15:00 today, 29/10/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into Friday and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 15:00 on 30/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 15:21
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River Lake levels remain high at the Far Sawrey and Newby Bridge Gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into Friday and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow afternoon 28/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 15:31
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River and lake levels remain high at the Far Sawrey and Newby Bridge Gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday and into Friday and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow afternoon 27/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 17:30
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Jeffy Knotts river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 25/08/2020 and overnight into tomorrow, 26/08/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this evening and overnight and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 06:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 13/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 12/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 13:31
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Far Sawrey river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 11/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 10:31
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely for several days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. We are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 3rd of March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 17:25
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely for several days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. We are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 3rd of March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 09:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely for several days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. We are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 02/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 17:24
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely for several days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. We are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 2 March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 07:51
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following heavy rainfall and snow melt. Further showers are forecast today Sunday 01/03/2020 which will keep river and lake levels raised. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely for several days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. We are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 08:46
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following further rain and snow melt overnight. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and into tomorrow which will result in river and lake levels remaining high. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 09:53
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Further rainfall is forecast today over the weekend which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 15:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Further rainfall is forecast on Friday the 28/02/2020 and over the weekend which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 10:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Further rainfall is forecast on Friday 28/02/2020 and over the weekend which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying areas, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. This message will be updated this afternoon, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 18:16
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. Newby Bridge sluices remain open. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:24
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:38
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:27
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels and Windermere Lake remain high following todays showers and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 06:29
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall and there is more rain and / or snow forecast today, 24/02/2020. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels continue to remain high following recent rainfall and there is more rain and / or snow forecast overnight 23/02/2020. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels continue to remain high following recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:39
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels continue to remain high following recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:04
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 18:19
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall. We are expecting it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain. Consequently, the risk flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 09:15
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 18:04
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake levels remain high following overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 07:43
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake has risen following overnight rainfall. With further rainfall forecast today 20/02/2020, both river and lake levels are expected to remain high. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 20/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:13
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake level has fallen but remains above the Flood Alert level as a result of recent rainfall. With further rain forecast overnight tonight Wednesday 19/02/20, both river and lake levels are expected to rise further. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning Thursday 20/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 07:48
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake remains above the Flood Alert level as a result of recent rainfall. With further rainfall forecast today, both river and lake levels are expected to rise further through this afternoon and overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to remain possible for a number of days. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 17:52
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake and river levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible throughout tonight and into Wednesday 19/02/10. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 06:30
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake and river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible throughout Tuesday and into Wednesday 19/02/10. Low lying land and roads are at risk in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated latter today, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:58
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake and river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight Monday and into Tuesday 18/02/10. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Please plan driving and walking routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:56
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake and river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible today, Monday 17/02/20. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 17/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:09
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere Lake and river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible this afternoon and overnight. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and footpaths close to the edge of Windermere Lake, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 10:21
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are high but steady at the Far Sawrey river gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast today 16/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message later today or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 23:54
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Newby Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight Saturday into Sunday 16/02/20. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We expect river and lake levels to remain high into tomorrow 16/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 15:33
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Miller Bridge House river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible later today and overnight. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout today and into tomorrow.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 10:06
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling, overnight rainfall and showers forecast for today will keep the lake level at or close to the Flood Alert threshold. This means low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake may be affected. Areas likely to be at risk are low lying areas at Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated later today.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 16:57
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling, overnight rainfall may keep the lake level above the Flood Alert threshold until tomorrow. This means low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake may be affected. Areas likely to be at risk are low lying areas at Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 09:26
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated later today 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:21
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:22
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:18
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high, although the level is falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Ambleside, Windermere, Newby Bridge areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 08:52
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
Windermere lake levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Wintry showers are forecast throughout the day 10/02/2020 but the level is expected to fall, however this may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 06:10
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels have risen at the Jeffy Knotts river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast until lunchtime on 09/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 19:40
River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster
River levels are rising at the Newby Bridge and Far Sawrey river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere, Hawkshead, Rusland Valley, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cartmel, Cark and Winster Valley areas. High river and lake levels are possible on Great Langdale Beck, River Brathay, River Rothay, Trout Beck, Mill Beck, Cunsey Beck, Windermere Lake, Rusland Pool, River Eea, River Winster and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.