Flood Alert Info - Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent
Area Description
Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
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 28 Aug 2024 09:33
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels in the area are now falling and will continue to fall due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
Low lying land and roads near the rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent, are expected to be most affected, particularly around Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot 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 12:20
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
Due to a band of heavy rain crossing Cumbria this morning 27/08/24, bringing up to approx. 65mm rain in the upland area, we are beginning to see river levels start rising and this is likely to continue until early hours of tomorrow morning 28/08/24. We are not currently expecting to issue any flood warnings. This current band of rain will be followed by period of showers, clearing overnight. We will then hopefully see a drier few days.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
We are closely monitoring the situation 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 28/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Aug 2024 07:55
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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. 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 Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 22/08/2024 until Friday lunchtime.
Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 23 May 2024 17:07
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are raised on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent and remain high due to the influence of Crummock Water. They are expected to fall into this evening, Thursday 23/05/24, and may drop below Flood Alert threshold. Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Friday 24/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 10:07
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent remain high due to recent heavy rainfall but are starting to fall. Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. No property flooding is expected but continued rainfall is forecast today, Thursday 23/05/2024. 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. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 16:22
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to heavy rainfall today. Wednesday 22/05/2024.
Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
No property flooding is expected but continued heavy rainfall is forecast overnight Wednesday 22 May and throughout tomorrow 23/05/2024.
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.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 08:21
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are now falling steadily on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to Storm Isha.
Flooding is possible at Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
River levels have been falling steadily.
We will continue to monitor river and lake 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 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 02:30
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent.
Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
Flooding is possible at Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot from 2:00 AM on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
The Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent are remaining high today (22/01/2024) and 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.
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 11:41
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will rise steadily on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent from 4:00 PM on Sunday 21/01/2024 to Monday 22/01/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday.
River levels are rising steadily at the Southwaite Bridge and South Street Footbridge gauges.
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 20 Jan 2024 17:09
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
Water levels will rise steadily on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent from 01:00 AM on Sunday 21/01/2024 to Monday 22/01/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Saturday evening and Sunday.
River levels are rising steadily at the Southwaite Bridge and South Street Footbridge gauges.
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 21/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:14
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
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 6 Oct 2023 18:43
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 15 Mar 2023 16:11
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington, the Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth and the River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible from the early hours of Thursday morning (16/03/23), continuing through the day.
We do not currently expect flood warning thresholds to 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 16 Jan 2023 09:44
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 14 Jan 2023 07:20
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 10 Jan 2023 19:15
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 1 Jan 2023 02:45
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
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 Oct 2022 13:43
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to heavy rainfall forecast this afternoon into this evening. Areas most at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 6 Oct 2022 09:10
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels have peaked and are starting to recede following recent rainfall. The forecast is improving from yesterday with the possibility of only a few showers. Rivers and Lakes levels will continue to recede during today. Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington, the Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth, and the River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. We continue to monitor levels closely 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 morning 07/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2022 09:25
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have risen on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. We expect levels to continue to rise until early afternoon today Wednesday 5/10/22, with rainfall forecast to ease through the day. Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington, the Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth, and the River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot. 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 11:00 AM on 06/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2022 20:44
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected overnight with river levels expected to respond in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
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 11:00 AM on 05/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 17:11
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
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 Nov 2021 12:43
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. Consequently, risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Further light showers are expected today, Tuesday 02/11/2021. This will keep levels high on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. Consequently, risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Further showers are expected today, 01/11/2021 and into tomorrow, 02/11/2021. This will keep levels high on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. Consequently the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Further showers are expected today, Sunday, 31/10/2021, and overnight into Monday, 01/11/2021. This will keep levels high on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to recent rainfall. Consequently, risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. A further band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Sunday 31/10/2021. This will keep levels high on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 19:41
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high and steady on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to the persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding to low lying land and roads remain. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Further rain is forecast this evening 29/10/21 and over the weekend. High river levels will remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 10:02
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high and steady on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to the persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding to low lying land and roads remain. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Further rain is forecast today 29/10/21 and over the weekend. High river levels will remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 20:24
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels will remain high and steady on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to the persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding to low lying land and roads remain. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels will remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 18:03
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are high on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to persistent rainfall on Wednesday 27/10/21. Consequently, flooding to low lying land and roads is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Further rain is forecast until the end of this week, with some pulses of heavy rain at times, meaning that levels are likely to remain high for this period. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 26 Oct 2021 17:42
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to persistent rainfall from Tuesday 26/10/21. Consequently, flooding to low lying land and roads is expected.
Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further rain is forecast until the end of this week, with some pulses of heavy rain at times, meaning that levels are likely to remain high for this period.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please 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 17:00 on 27/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2021 10:03
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising slowly on the Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent due to the heavy rain that fell on Saturday (02/10/2021).
Flooding to low lying land is possible at the Lower Derwent from Bassenthwaite Lake to the coast at Workington. The Cocker from Crummock Water to Cockermouth. The River Marron from Ullock to its confluence with the Derwent near Bridgefoot.
The Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent are expected to remain high today (03/20/2021) but we do not expect any flooding to properties.
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 04/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2021 08:59
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at Ouse Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the last two days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. No further rainfall is forecast and levels will 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 morning 31/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 16:37
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the last two days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing. We expect river levels to begin falling overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
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 30/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 07:58
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Early morning rain will clear away before lunchtime today, 29/03/2021. River levels will remain high until mid-afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated this afternoon, 29/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 06:41
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast into this morning, 11/03/2021, before clearing away to leave showers. River levels will remain high until this rain has passed. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 15:24
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are dropping but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains today and possibly tomorrow. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are dropping but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains today. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains tonight, 25/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels 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 morning, 26/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 09:48
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains today, 25/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels 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, 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 17:30
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the Ouse Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours then 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 12:21
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are high at the Kingfisher gauge following heavy rainfall overnight. Further showers are expected today and levels will remain high throughout today, 24/02/2021. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries 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, 24/02/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 20:07
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are forecast to rise 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 Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 10:28
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Ouse Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the past weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 22/02/21, however 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 09:58
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are high but steady at the Ouse Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high but steady at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 18:07
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have risen 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 Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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, 20/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:57
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Christoph but are falling at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast overnight, 20/01/21, and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. 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, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:40
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Christoph but are beginning to fall at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
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, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:54
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are rising at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 22:00 tonight, 19/01/21 and 11:00 am tomorrow, 20/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to rise until 03:30 on 20/01/21. 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
The river level remains high at the Ouse Bridge river gauge 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 Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 22/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 10:41
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
The river level remains high at the Southwaite Bridge and Ouse Bridge river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
The river level remains high at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Saturday 19/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 20/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 20:25
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are starting to rise at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall throughout Friday 18/12/2020. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and into Saturday 19/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2020 08:08
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are falling slowly at the Southwaite Bridge, Ouse Bridge and Kingfisher river gauges. Today’s forecast is for dry weather and levels are expected to fall throughout today Wednesday 04/11/20, and the next few days. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Higher than normal river levels remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers and lakes. This message will be updated tomorrow 05/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 10:44
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are falling slowly at the Southwaite Bridge, Ouse Bridge and Kingfisher river gauges. Showers forecast today are not expected to have any impact and levels are expected to fall throughout today Tuesday 3/11/20, and the next few days. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. Higher than normal river levels remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers and lakes. This message will be updated tomorrow 04/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 15:44
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are falling slowly at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of last night’s heavy rainfall. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast today, 02/11/2020, which may cause levels to rise again in the early hours of Tuesday 03/11/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow 03/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 09:56
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are still rising slowly at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of last night’s heavy rainfall. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels remain on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast today, 02/11/2020, but we are expecting river levels to fall throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated later today 02/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:18
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have risen at the Southwaite Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over night and river levels will remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 18:11
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent rainfall and snow melt. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:23
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall and snow melt. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 27/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 15:17
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall and snow melt. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 26/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:38
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall and snow melt. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and 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 24 Feb 2020 16:26
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall and todays snow melt. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall. More rain and / or snow is forecast overnight which means we expect rivers to rise again tomorrow morning, 24/02/20. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:18
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of recent rainfall. More rain and / or snow is forecast overnight which means we expect rivers to rise again tomorrow morning, 24/02/20. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:56
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of further heavy rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 17:34
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of further heavy rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:04
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
We expect the river level at Kingfisher river gauge to reach its peak between 12:00 and 13:00 today 22/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
We expect it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain, and consequently flooding of roads and low lying land remains overnight, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We expect rivers to be at their maximum between 21:30 and 23:30 tonight 21/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 09:01
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have fallen overnight but with further rainfall forecast on Friday 21/02/20, levels will again start to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 17:38
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
Following the recent rainfall, river levels remain high but are starting to fall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to begin to fall later this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, 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 07:44
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have started to rise following overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue today, 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to begin to fall later this afternoon and evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:50
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected this evening, 19/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning and we expect river levels to remain high throughout tomorrow 20/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 18:22
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have risen at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected this evening and overnight. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high this evening and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:21
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the South Street Footbridge river gauge this is due to Bassenthwaite lake levels remaining high. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Cockermouth and Workington 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 08:23
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the South Street Footbridge river gauge this is due to Bassenthwaite lake levels remaining high. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Cockermouth and Workington 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 Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the South Street Footbridge river gauge this is due to Bassenthwaite lake levels remaining high. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Cockermouth and Workington areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 07:56
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels remain high at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of yesterday's heavy rainfall. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck 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 later today 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 06:34
River Cocker, River Marron, River Derwent
River levels have risen at the South Street Footbridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Buttermere, Lorton Valley, Cockermouth, Branthwaite, Bridgefoot, Camerton, Barepot and Workington areas. High river levels are possible on the River Cocker, Whit Beck, River Derwent, River Marron, Lostrigg Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast until lunch time today, 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.