Flood Alert Info - Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck
Area Description
Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 23 Nov 2024 11:26
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We are in the area checking and clearing debris screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:0 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2024 17:01
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have continued to fall throughout today, Monday 28/10/24, but remain above the flood alert level.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2024 12:16
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high in the area following heavy rainfall overnight. Further showers are forecast today, Monday 28/10/24 but are not expected to have any impacts on river levels.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 28/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2024 16:37
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Expected rainfall overnight including some heavy showers, may cause local watercourses in the area to rise. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible when river levels are at their highest between 7:30PM on 27/10/2024 and 9:00AM on 28/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 13:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 1:15 PM on 16/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the day and river levels may rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2024 13:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 starting to rise 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 a period of showers, clearing overnight. We will then hopefully see a drier few days.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 23 Aug 2024 08:47
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. 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 11:07
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding of roads and low lying land. Flooding is possible from 11:00 AM on 15/08/2024.Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. 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. 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 22 May 2024 16:17
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall today, Wednesday 22/05/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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/warning if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 09:21
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall. There is further rain forecast for today, Tuesday 09/04/2024 and so this alert remains in place. River levels are expected to fluctuate throughout the day in response to spells of more intense rain. Flooding is possible to low-lying land near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Further rain is expected on Wednesday 10/04/2024 and so river levels are expected to remain high. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are clearing debris screens and checking rivers for blockages in the area. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall overnight on Monday 08/04/2024.
Flooding is possible on low-lying land near these rivers from early morning on Tuesday 09/04/2024.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast later on Tuesday, which will keep river levels 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 6 Apr 2024 09:39
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have started to fall on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck. However, with a spell of intense rain expected this evening and tonight, Saturday 06/04/2024, we are keeping this flood alert in place. We expect a further peak in river levels near Fitz Bridge river gauge at around 11:30 PM on 06/04/2024.
Flooding is currently possible on low lying land near Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Sunday is expected to be a drier day, with further heavy rain forecast for Monday 08/04/24 which we will continue to monitor.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Sunday 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2024 11:04
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall. 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. River levels are expected to peak at around 03:45 AM on Saturday 06/04/2024.
Flooding is currently possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 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 16:39
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall overnight on Thursday 04/04/2024.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 11:00 PM on 04/04/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow night, and 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 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 28 Feb 2024 17:01
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness, including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout this evening (28/02/2024) and early hours into tomorrow morning.
We will 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 21 Feb 2024 15:53
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are and will remain high overnight, Wednesday 21/02/2024 into Thursday 22/02/2024, on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall on 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 Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising and will remain high today, Wednesday 21/02/2024, on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Heavy rain is forecast in the early hours of tomorrow and throughout tomorrow morning, Wednesday 21/02/2024. River levels on Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck are likely to rise as a result.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 18 Feb 2024 16:49
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise steadily on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck overniight, tonight 18/02/2024, due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 16:11
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are expected to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall this afternoon and through the night, today Saturday 17th February.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 07:47
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high following overnight rainfall on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, and are expected to remain high throughout today, 15/02/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 23 Jan 2024 20:56
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall. River levels should begin to fall overnight as the rainfall passes through the county, and we expect to remove the flood alert in the morning.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck.
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 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 12:53
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising steadily on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall, rainfall is expected to continue through this afternoon into the evening. This will be followed by occassional showers through the night. We are not expecting to issue any flood warnings at this current time.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck.
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 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:36
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall. Flooding may be affecting low lying land around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Further showers are forecast throughout today (03/01/2024) and overnight, which could lead to isolated impacts in already sensitive catchments at times. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we 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 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:33
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding may be affecting low lying land around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Further flooding is possible due to heavy rainfall forecast throughout this afternoon and this evening, 2/1/2024, which will fall onto saturated ground.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we 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 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 16:55
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall this evening. Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible from 09:00 PM on 01/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the night, and river levels are forecast to rise. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and we 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high due to recent rainfall. Further showers are expected throughout today, 31/12/2023 and tonight, falling onto saturated ground. We are expecting more rain on Monday and Tuesday. Flooding is affecting low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river 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 1/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 18:25
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall throughout today, 30/12/2023. Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 06:30 PM on 30/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. River levels are expected to remain high. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:07
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall, and are forecast to remain high due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Blustery showers are expected throughout today (Thursday, 28/12/2023) and therefore river 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 16:58
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are already raised on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall, and are forecast to remain high due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are already raised on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall, and are forecast to rise further due to Storm Gerrit.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Flooding is possible from the early hours of Wednesday 27/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, and some 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 11 Dec 2023 09:16
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels are remaining high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck. Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. We may see a small drop in levels today Monday 11th with it being a drier day. However, further rainfall is forecast throughout Tuesday 12th December 2023 which will continue to keep levels in the area quite 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 10:00 AM on 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 18:19
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall. RIver levels at Fitz Bridge gauge are expected to rise to 0.43m between 08:45 and 09:45 this evening 10th December 2023.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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, 11/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 10:29
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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, 11/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 10:58
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 10:45 AM on 09/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day and this evening.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 16:10
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent rainfall and snowmelt.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 04:00 PM on 07/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening and overnight.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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 08:00 AM on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 18:25
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are now falling steadily on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck but further heavy showers are forecast and the Flood Alert will remain in force overnight.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 09:09
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Further showers are forecast today and river levels are expected to remain high.
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 06:00 PM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 17:07
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to Storm Debi. The Flood Alert will remain in place overnight as further heavy showers are forecast which will keep river levels high.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 07:49
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to Storm Debi.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 07:45 AM on 13/11/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from debris 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 05:00 PM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2023 11:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 20 Oct 2023 17:14
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to begin falling overnight as rainfall eases.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 09:09
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to begin falling throughout today, Friday 20/10/2023, as rainfall eases.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 20:03
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to Storm Babet.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston between 05:00 AM and 07:00 AM on 20/10/2023.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Friday 20/10/2023 and Saturday 21/10/2023.
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 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2023 10:12
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Sep 2023 12:00
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Further showery rain is forecast throughout the afternoon and evening.
River levels are high at the Bow Bridge; Duddon Hall; Fitz Bridge; Low Nibthwaite gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 23/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2023 08:42
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 10 Sep 2023 16:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 00:50
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 16:20
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible from the early hours of Thursday morning (16/03/23), continuing throughout 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 13 Mar 2023 06:34
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 16 Jan 2023 10:44
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 04:56
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 16:32
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 20:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
No property flooding is expected and no further significant rainfall is forecast until Tuesday.
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 Monday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 11:19
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Rain overnight last night and further rain today, Saturday 7th of January, and tomorrow will cause water levels to rise further on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck but 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 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 15:50
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall across the evening of Friday the 6th into Saturday the 7th of January.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will cause the rivers to remain high.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck but 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.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2023 21:20
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 08:49
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
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 16:24
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck. Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible from 05:00 PM on 28/12/2022. Further showery rainfall is forecast overnight, 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. Due to industrial action, we will be temporarily automating our messages, this message cannot be updated during this time.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 16:26
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 16:00 on 19/12/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon but is due to pass this evening, with no further rainfall overnight or tomorrow.
River levels have risen in response to rainfall but are not expected to reach flood warning levels.
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 10:06
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
River levels are forecast to begin falling this evening as rainfall eases.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 9 Oct 2022 13:42
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall forecast this afternoon into this evening. Areas most at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 14:57
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising rapidly on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent heavy rainfall.
River levels are expected to begin falling overnight as rainfall eases.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
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 22 Sep 2022 13:43
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have started to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
Further rainfall is forecast until this evening, Thursday 22/09/22, and river levels are expected to continue to rise in response. However we do not expect to be issuing flood warnings, and with a drier outlook overnight and tomorrow, levels should fall below flood alert levels over the following 24 hours.
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 Friday 23/09/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2022 09:45
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall overnight on Monday 1/8/2022 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. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to rainfall overnight on Monday 1/8/2022.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from 08:00 AM on 02/08/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning, but it is expected to decrease as the day goes on, River levels are expected to begin falling again on Tuesday 2/8/2022, and we do not expect any flooding to properties.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 tomorrow morning, 02/08/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 09:34
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Further rainfall is forecast today, 22/02/2022 keeping river levels above flood alert thresholds. We will continue to monitor the situation but we are not expecting any flooding to properties. Our staff have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. 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, 23/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:28
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. No further rainfall is forecast today, 21/02/2022 and we expect levels to begin falling. We will continue to monitor the situation but we are not expecting any flooding to properties. Our staff have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. 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, 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 12:19
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen this morning, Sunday 20/02/22, on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible throughout today with some further rainfall over the next few hours. We will continue to monitor the situation but we are not expecting any flooding to properties. Our staff have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. 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, Monday 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 19:19
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to begin rising on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall overnight into Sunday morning 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston from the early morning on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast through Sunday 20/02/2022. River levels are forecast to rise. 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 12:00 noon on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2022 08:46
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have receded overnight following the heavy rainfall yesterday on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck but may rise again in a similar response to rainfall throughout this morning (Sunday 13/02/2022). Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. We do not expect to be issuing any Flood Warnings and property flooding is not expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. 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, Monday 14/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2022 16:03
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels on Church Beck and watercourses at Coniston have risen in response to rainfall from this morning, Saturday 12/02/22, and Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck are also responding to the rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Localised minor flooding is possible today with further rainfall expected tomorrow morning. Flooding of property is not anticipated and we do not expect to be issuing any Flood Warnings. We will continue to monitor the situation and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. 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 13/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2022 14:26
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2022 09:36
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen in the early hours of this morning Saturday 08/01/22 on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near these watercourses, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible this morning with some further rainfall over the next few hours. Following this band of rain there should be drier interludes with just showers to follow today and for Sunday and Monday. We will continue to monitor the situation but we are not expecting any further flooding impacts. 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 09/01/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 16:02
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise overnight on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston. Flooding is possible from 18:00 PM on 30/12/2021.
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 30 Nov 2021 20:54
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck and other watercourses, from Coniston to Barrow-in-Furness including low lying areas around Ulpha, Duddon Bridge, Broughton in Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Dalton in Furness and Ulverston.
The forecast is dry from tomorrow, 01/12/2021 and river levels are forecast 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 10:00 AM on 01/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2021 12:43
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Low Nibthwaite gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further light showers are expected today Tuesday 02/11/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at Low Nibthwaite as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further showers are expected today, 01/11/2021 and into tomorrow, 02/11/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this tomorrow, 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 13:56
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Low Nibthwaite and Fitz Bridge gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further showers are expected today, Sunday, 31/10/2021 and overnight into Monday, 01/11/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 20:25
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. A further band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Sunday 31/10/21, so levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 31/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 20:22
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rain is forecast for this evening 29/10/21 and over the weekend and so river levels are expected to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking watercourses for blockages. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow 30/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 09:26
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are still raised at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. There is some further rain forecast for today 29/10/21 and over the weekend and so river levels are expected to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking watercourses for blockages. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated later today 29/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 20:27
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain steady but high at the Egremont river gauge as a result of the persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ennerdale Bridge, Cleator Moor, Cleator, Egremont, Beckermet, Braystones, Calder Bridge, Holmrook and Bootle areas. High river levels remain on the River Wyre, Distington Beck, Pow Beck, River Ehen, River Keekle, Skirting Beck, Whangs Beck, Kirk Beck, River Calder, River Irt, River Esk, River Annas and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking and clearing debris screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow 29/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 18:03
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall on Wednesday 27/10/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. River levels will remain high with further rainfall expected over the next few days. 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 tomorrow, 28/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2021 17:48
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall today, 26/10/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast into tomorrow morning, Wednesday 27/10/21. River levels will remain high with further rainfall expected over the next few days. 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 by 17:00 tomorrow, 27/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 May 2021 06:07
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall last night, 21/05/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is expected this morning (21/05/2021) and river levels will remain high until this 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 by 18:00 today, 21/05/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 16:36
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this afternoon, 10/03/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast into tomorrow morning, 11/03/2021. 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 by 10:00 am tomorrow morning, 11/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 09:12
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are dropping but remain raised at the Low Nibthwaite gauge today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of property and farmland is still likely today. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property and farmland is likely to continue tonight, 25/02/21, and possibly tomorrow, 26/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 09:49
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property and farmland is likely to continue today, 25/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 this afternoon, 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 17:29
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck 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 11:55
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property and farmland is likely to continue today, 24/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck 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, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 18:42
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 20 Feb 2021 11:29
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have fallen but are expected to rise to a similar level as yesterday, 19/02/21, at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of further rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 17:20
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Duddon Hall 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
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 4 Feb 2021 07:58
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge river gauge during the night, as a result of heavy rain. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible for most of this morning, 04/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rain may come this morning but the forecast is then for a drier day. We expect river levels to peak this morning and then drop below the alert level by around midday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads and riverside footpaths. This message will be updated later today, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 19:54
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise at the Fitz Bridge river gauge early tomorrow morning (02/02/21) as a result of heavy overnight rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. With unsettled weather continuing until Thursday (04/02/21) river levels may remain high throughout this period. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads and riverside footpaths. This message will be updated tomorrow 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 16:38
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise at the Fitz Bridge river gauge overnight as a result of heavy rain forecast for later this evening. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between the early hours and tomorrow morning. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow morning 28/01/21
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads and riverside footpaths.
This message will be updated tomorrow 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:11
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge gauge as a result of persistent rainfall from Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast for the next 36 hours and river levels may rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 10:25
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
The river level remains high at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads 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 20:46
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall throughout Friday 18/12/2020. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels will remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 10:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high but steady at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 13:55
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels will remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 17:48
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill 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 31 Oct 2020 20:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 04:00 tomorrow, 01/11/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. We are expecting the rain to start around 01:00 tomorrow morning and continue raining for most of the day. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday and are currently monitoring the situation and have staff available throughout the period to operate any defences.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2020 14:11
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 14:00 and 01:00 tomorrow, 30/10/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
We are expecting heavy rain for the next few hours, this will then turn to showers. We will have a break in the rain but further rain is forecast throughout the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend. We are currently monitoring the situation and have staff available throughout the period to operate any defences.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Sep 2020 17:35
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise this evening, 02/09/2020, at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Our main area of concern is the Ulverston area. High river levels are expected on Dragley Beck. Consequently flooding is possible. Low lying land and roads may be affected. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Incident response staff are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow 03/09/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 19:54
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge and Duddon Hall river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today 25/08/20 and overnight into 26/08/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until 26/08/20. Further rainfall is expected overnight and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes and avoid low lying footpaths 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 25 Aug 2020 13:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge and Duddon Hall river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today 25/08/20 and overnight into 26/08/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until 26/08/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes and avoid low lying footpaths near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jul 2020 12:17
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Duddon Hall river gauge. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
The river level has responded to heavy rain overnight and this morning, 27/07/2020. The heaviest of the rain has now passed over, and only light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect the river level to peak in the next 2 hours, and then begin to fall again by mid-afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/07/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:40
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further unsettled showers are expected throughout this evening into the early hours of tomorrow (Sunday) morning, 01/03/2020
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 09:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are high but steady at the Low Nibthwaite river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Therefore the risk of flooding continues. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries. The heaviest rainfall is clearing the area but further rainfall is forecast throughout today and overnight into tomorrow, 01/03/20. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 15:44
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this evening Friday 28/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening and overnight, so river levels are likely to remain high for into tomorrow.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 18:20
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston and Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck and Dragley Beck. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River and lake levels remain high following todays showers and snow melt. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high and further rain and snow has fallen and is forecast to continue today 24/02/20. Consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:18
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high and further rain and / or snow is forecast overnight tonight 23/02/20, consequently the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 08:57
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Following further heavy rain showers, river levels remain high, and consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 17:39
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
Following further heavy rain showers, river levels remain high, and consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:04
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
We expect it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain, and consequently flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. We then expect rivers to remain high for at least the remainder of today, 22/2/2020. 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 Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
We expect it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain, and consequently flooding of roads and low lying land remains tonight, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. We expect rivers to be at their maximum between 21:30 and 23:30 tonight 21/02/2020. We then expect rivers to be back to normal range by late morning on Saturday 22/02/20. 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, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 09:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have fallen overnight at the Duddon Hall river gauge 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. 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 18:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels remain high at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. We expect river levels to begin falling this evening and overnight. 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 07:43
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are continuing to rise at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of 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 Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck. We expect river levels to begin falling during 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 17:13
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are rising at the Duddon Hall river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to begin this evening Wednesday 19/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning and we expect river levels to remain high throughout Thursday 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, Thursday 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 17:42
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during the remainder of today and overnight. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high during this evening and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 17:21
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels are forecast to rise at the Fitz Bridge river gauge as a result of predicted heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between Saturday the 08/02/20 and Sunday the 09/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday the 09/02/20.
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, 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 20:51
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
The heavy rainfall has now cleared the County and river levels are now falling. We are closely monitoring the situation. The forecast for tomorrow, 11/12/2019 is for scattered showers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 15:37
River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck
River levels have risen in response to today’s heavy rainfall. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Dunnerdale, Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness, Kirkby-in-Furness, Soutergate, Coniston, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Duddon, Kirkby Pool, Soutergate Beck, Church Beck, Yewdale Beck, Coniston Water, River Crake, Town Beck, Dragley Beck, Poaka Beck, Mill Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is expected this evening (10/12/2019), clearing away at approximately 10pm.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.