Flood Alert Info - Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water
Area Description
The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 Oct 2024 07:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are steadily falling but remain high. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible.
Flooding is possible near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2024 07:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Following recent heavy rainfall, river and lake levels have risen and will remain high during today and overnight into tomorrow. Flooding of low lying land and roads during this time is possible.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 23/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2024 07:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 and lake levels are forecast to peak by the early afternoon before receding slowly
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 22/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Sep 2024 08:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area are steadily falling and are expected to drop further due to the forecasted drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 02/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2024 08:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area continue to recede and will continue to fall due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Aug 2024 09:13
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area continue to fall and this trend will continue due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Aug 2024 08:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area are decreasing and will continue to fall due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2024 09:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area are now falling and will continue to fall due to a forecast for drier weather conditions.
It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until into the weekend.
Low lying land and roads near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water may still be affected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2024 09:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to expected rainfall throughout the morning, 27/8/24. A band of heavy rain is expected to cross Cumbria throughout the morning, bringing up to approx. 65mm rain in the upland area. This will be followed by a period of showers, clearing by this evening. Lake levels are currently falling but are expected to rise again from lunchtime today. It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until at least the middle of the week. Rivers in the area may also show some response and start rising from mid morning. We are not currently expecting to issue any further flood warnings.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2024 08:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to recent rainfall. The weather forecast for today, 26/08/24, is for showers this morning followed by a dryer afternoon during which the lake level will slowly fall. However, further rainfall is expected tonight and tomorrow, 27/08/24, which will cause river and lake levels to rise again. It is expected that this Flood Alert will remain in force until at least the middle of the week.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2024 09:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to recent rainfall. The weather forecast for today, 25/08/24, is for a further period of rainfall later this morning and into the afternoon, which may cause river and lake levels to rise later in the day.
For Monday 26/08/24, we are expecting a generally drier day with some showers in the morning and expect lake levels to slowly fall during Monday.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Aug 2024 07:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels in the area will remain high due to recent rainfall. We are expecting a drier day today with occasional showers, meaning levels will fall throughout today 24/08/2024. We are expecting further rain Sunday 25/8/24 which will keep levels higher than normal but we are not expecting this to cause any increase to current levels.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 08:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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. Further rain is expected through tonight 22/08/24 into tomorrow morning 23/08/24.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 17 Aug 2024 08:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high in response to Friday's rainfall. Flooding continues to affect low lying land near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Lake levels are falling slowly but flooding is expected to continue through today, 17/08/2024. We are continuing to monitor the situation and lake levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 18/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Aug 2024 08:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high in response to yesterday's persistent rain. Flooding affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Lake levels are beginning to fall but flooding is expected to continue through today, 16/08/2024. We are continuing to monitor the situation and lake levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 17/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Aug 2024 14:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water has risen this morning in response to persistent rain. This is likely to lead to flooding from this afternoon, to roads and low lying land near the lake. Further flooding is possible throughout the evening as the lake level is expected to peak. We expect that the level will start to fall on Friday 16/08/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 16/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2024 17:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water are still high and so the risk of flooding to low lying land remains in this area. We will continue to monitor the height; it is not expected to rise, but it is being very slow to fall. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Weather conditions have improved and no further flooding is expected. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 10/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2024 09:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water has risen overnight in response to persistent light rain. This is likely to lead to flooding this morning, to roads and low lying land near the lake. Property flooding is not predicted. We expect that the level will start to fall during this morning 09/08/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Weather conditions are expected to improve this morning and no further flooding is expected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Aug 2024 08:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are going to continue receding throughout today, Wednesday 07/08/2024. We currently expect to remove this flood alert later today. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Weather conditions have improved and no further flooding is expected.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 07/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Aug 2024 09:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The lake levels are peaking around 9.00am on Tuesday the 06/08/2024. However the lake levels will remain high throughout the day causing flooding to paths and low lying land. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Weather conditions have improved and no further flooding is expected.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 07/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Aug 2024 19:38
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 12:30 AM on 06/08/2024.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 06/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 May 2024 16:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Levels are expected to continue to fall throughout Saturday 25/05/2024. We continue to monitor rainfall and levels in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5.00 PM on Saturday 25/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 May 2024 06:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Levels are expected to drop over the course of today, Friday 24/05/24. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area and clearing debris from weed 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 by 5.00 PM on Friday 24/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 17:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall and are expected to remain above Flood Alert threshold into tomorrow, Friday 24/05/24. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area and clearing debris from weed 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 by 10:00 AM on Friday 24/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 10:16
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall overnight. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, Thursday 23/05/24 and overnight. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area and clearing debris from weed 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 by 5:00 PM today 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Apr 2024 15:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are slowly falling but remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible today, Wednesday 17/04/2024, and overnight into tomorrow, Thursday 18/04/2024. No significant rain is forecast over the next couple of days and we are expecting to remove this flood alert in the next 24 hours.
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 10:00AM on Thursday 18/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Apr 2024 08:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are slowly falling but remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible today, Wednesday 17/04/2024. No significant rain is forecast over the next couple of days and we are expecting to remove this flood alert in the next 24 hours.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on Wednesday 17/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Apr 2024 17:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are slowly falling but remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. No significant rain is forecast over the next couple of days and we are expecting to remove this flood alert tomorrow, Wednesday the 17/04/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00AM on Wednesday 17/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Apr 2024 09:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are slowly falling but remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. No significant rain is forecast over the next couple of days and 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 by 17:00 on Tuesday 16/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Apr 2024 16:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels have peaked but remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. No property flooding is expected. Further showers are expected over the next few days.
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 10:00AM on Tuesday 16/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Apr 2024 09:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are rising slowly on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Levels are expected to peak below 1.75m so no property flooding is expected. There is more significant rain forecast over the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on Monday 15/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Apr 2024 16:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are falling but will remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible.
Rain is expected this evening, Sunday 14/04/2024 which will cause the lake levels to remain high.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Monday 15/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Apr 2024 09:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are falling but will remain high on Derwent Water, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible.
Rain is expected this evening, Sunday 14/04/2024 which will cause the lake levels to remain high.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on Sunday 14/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Apr 2024 09:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels have now peaked but will remain high on Derwent Water.
The Flood Warning has now been removed as no property flooding is expected. However, the Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible.
No significant rainfall is forecast today Saturday 13/04/2024, but more rain is expected tomorrow evening, Sunday 14/04/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Sunday 14/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Apr 2024 16:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall, today Friday 12/04/2024.
The Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area as flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. No property flooding is expected.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10 AM on 13/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Apr 2024 09:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
The Flood Warning has now been removed. However, the Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning and again this afternoon, Friday 12/04/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 16:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall. Rain is forecast from around 7PM tonight, Thursday 11/04/2024 and into Friday morning.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout Friday which will keep the levels 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 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 09:04
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low-lying land most at risk. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Friday the 12/04/2024, which will cause the levels to rise further. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads 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 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 16:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low-lying land most at risk. Further rainfall is forecast later today, Wednesday 10/04/2024, which will cause the levels to remain high. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Thursday 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low-lying land most at risk. Further rainfall is forecast later today, Wednesday 10/04/2024, which may cause levels to rise again. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 17:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low-lying land most at risk.
Further rainfall is forecast later tomorrow, Wednesday 10/04/2024, which may cause levels to rise again. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 08:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall and flooding is possible from 3:00 PM today, Tuesday 09/04/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening and overnight.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area, and we are clearing debris from weed 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 by 5:00 PM today 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Mar 2024 08:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying areas is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 9:00 AM on 22/03/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast today and over the weekend. Rainfall totals are only small.
River and lake levels are now falling steadily and are expected to continue to fall over the coming days.
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 23/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2024 09:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying land remains possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 9:00 AM on 21/03/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast today with only light showers in the coming days.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high but should slowly fall towards the weekend.
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 22/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Mar 2024 07:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain higher than normal at the Lodore Gauge, but are continuing to fall slowly. A few showers remain this morning Wednesday 20/03/24, turning drier this afternoon and over night. Further rain is expected Thursday afternoon. However, we are forecasting levels to continue to fall throughout the day into tomorrow.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Mar 2024 07:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain higher than normal at the Lodore Gauge, but are now falling slowly. We are expecting a few showers today Tuesday 19/03/24, but we expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 20/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Mar 2024 07:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain higher than normal at the Lodore Gauge, but are now falling slowly. We are expecting a few showers today Monday 18/03/24, but we expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 08:36
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain higher than normal at the Lodore Gauge, but have peaked and are now falling slowly. We are expecting a little rain today Sunday 17/03/24, but we expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 08:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain higher than normal at the Lodore Gauge, but have peaked and are now falling slowly. No rain is forecast this morning, Saturday 16/03/24, but we are expecting showers this afternoon through to lunchtime on Sunday 17/03/24.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 17/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2024 08:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels are steadily rising at the Lodore gauge due to recent rainfall. We are expecting levels to peak at approximately 11:00 AM today 15/03/24. However, levels will remain higher than normal over the weekend. Further light rain is forecast for today, Saturday is looking to be a drier day, with more rain expected Saturday night into Sunday. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 16/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 10:21
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels are steadily rising at the Lodore gauge due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and into Friday 15/03/2024. We expect Derwent water and surrounding watercourses to remain high 14/03/2024, into Friday 15/03/2024. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 15/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 10:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are steadily rising at the Lodore gauge due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and into Friday 15/03/2024. We expect Derwent water and surrounding watercourses to remain high 14/03/2024, into Friday 15/03/2024. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 15/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 15:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising at the Lodore gauge due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into Friday. We expect Derwent water and surrounding watercourses to remain high from 03:00 AM tomorrow morning 14/03/2024, into Friday. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2024 13:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to the recent rainfall and therefore areas around these locations still remain at risk.
Further light rainfall is forecast this evening (29/02/2024) and 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.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2024 17:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are forecast to rise on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall and therefore areas are most at risk around these locations.
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 23 Feb 2024 09:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck have receded following rainfall earlier in the week though the level of Derwent Water continues to remain high today, Friday 23/02/2023. Levels on Derwent Water will begin to recede, albeit slowly, into the weekend.
A mix of patchy cloud, clear or sunny spells and scattered showers throughout today. These showers falling as snow over higher ground and heavy at times. Some showers on Saturday but generally an improving situation over the weekend with low rainfall totals.
Further Flooding is unlikely but may continue to affect low lying land, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water today.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 09:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high this morning Thursday 22/02/2024 on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and the level of Derwent Water will continue to remain high following heavy rainfall yesterday morning. A further band of rainfall during the early hours of this morning saw some further limited river response but levels will recede today apart from the level of Derwent Water which remains high but stable today and will only fall slowly over the next few days.
Some further showers can be expected at times today and on Friday and are likely to be wintry over higher ground.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 15:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are and will remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and the level of Derwent Water will continue to rise overnight Wednesday 21/02/2024 into Thursday 22/02/2024 following heavy rainfall on Wednesday morning. A further band of rainfall is forecast during the early hours of Thursday morning which could result in some further river response and the level of Derwentwater to remain high for the next couple of days.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 08:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising and will remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall today, Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 18:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Heavy rainfall is forecast for the early hours and throughout tomorrow, Wednesday 21/02/2024. River levels are expected to rise on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 16:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Further 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.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. No further significant rain is expected today, Sunday 18 February.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 08:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to fall but remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rain is expected throughout today, Saturday 17th February, which may see levels start to rise again later this evening.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Avoid using low lying roads and footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2024 08:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 17/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 10:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high following rainfall overnight on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Levels will peak this evening but remain high overnight tonight, 15/02/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 3 Feb 2024 10:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding remains possible to low lying areas in The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water over the coming days.
Further rainfall is forecast on Sunday and early next week. As a result, river and lake 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 10:00 AM on 04/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2024 09:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding remains possible to low lying areas in The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water over the coming days.
Further light rainfall is forecast today, over the weekend and early next week. As a result, river and lake 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 10:00 AM on 03/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2024 09:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding remains possible to low lying areas in The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water over the coming days.
Further light rainfall is forecast on Friday and over the weekend.
As a result, river and lake 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 10:00 AM on 02/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2024 09:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain. Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 1/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2024 08:36
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain. Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 09:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain. Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
Further rain today will cause the levels to rise, but we are not currently expecting to reach Flood Warning levels.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2024 08:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain. Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
Lake and river levels are likely to start to rise again on Monday 29/01/2024 due to the heavy rain that is forecasted on Sunday night and throughout Monday. This may result in the issuing of the Keswick Campsite Flood Warning.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2024 08:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain.
Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days, with this Flood Alert likely to remain in force until Monday 29/01/2014
Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2024 09:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain.
Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days.
Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2024 09:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain.
Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days.
Some further rain is forecast for a period on Thursday 25/01/2024 over into Friday 26/01/2024 but the totals are not expected to be significant.
Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 15:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following recent heavy rain.
Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days and a Flood Warning remains in place on Derwent Water for Keswick Campsite.
Some further rain is forecast for a period on Thursday 25/01/2024 over into Friday 26/01/2024 but the totals are not expected to be significant.
Flooding is mainly affecting areas of low lying land and footpaths near Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 09:38
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following yesterday’ s rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn .
Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days and a Flood Warning remains in place on Derwentwater for Keswick Campsite.
Today will be largely dry but some further frontal rain is forecast for the period later on Thursday 25/01/2024 over into Friday 26/01/2024.
Flooding is mainly affecting locations near and Derwent Water, with adjacent low lying land expected to be most affected,
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 20:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Lake levels are likely to remain high throughout the next few days.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 07:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn is expected today Tuesday 23/01/23. Lake levels are likely to rise this afternoon and into the evening. The levels are expected to remain high throughout the next few days.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We are continuing to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 18:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Further light rainfall is forecast overnight, with further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn on Tuesday. Lake levels are forecast to begin falling, however are expected to remain high throughout the next few days. We will continue to monitor river and lake levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 08:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
River levels are forecast to begin falling.
We will continue to monitor river and lake levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 02:13
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 2:00 AM on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
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 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 11:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels will rise steadily on the Upper River Derwent and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Upper River Derwent, Derwent Water and other watercourses from 4:00 PM on Sunday 21/01/2024 to Monday 22/01/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels at the Lodore gauge and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2024 16:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels will rise steadily on the Upper River Derwent and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Upper River Derwent, Derwent Water and other watercourses from 01:45 AM on Sunday 21/01/2024 to Monday 22/01/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Saturday evening and Sunday.
River levels are rising steadily at the Lodore gauge.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels whilst continuing to recede, do remain high due to recent rainfall. This is affecting low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water.
The forecast is for much colder temperatures and drier weather into the weekend.
It is advised to avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels whilst continuing to recede, do remain high due to recent rainfall. This is affecting low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water.
The forecast is for drier and brighter weather for the majority of the day, odd showers may be experienced, but will have little impact on river and lake levels.
It is advised to avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels whilst starting to recede, do remain high due to recent rainfall. This is affecting low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water.
The forecast is for drier and brighter weather for the majority of the day, odd showers may be experienced, but will have little impact on river and lake levels.
It is advised to avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Keswick Campsite flood warning remains in force and will continue to do so until levels recede further. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high due to recent rainfall, however these levels are beginning to fall gradually.
This is affecting low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water. Further showers are forecast throughout today 03/01/2024 and overnight, which could lead to isolated impacts in already sensitive catchments at times.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and remains in force until at least Friday 05/01/2024, this flood alert will remain in force until at least the weekend. 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high due to recent heavy rainfall, which is causing flooding to low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water. Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge throughout today, 2/1/2024, and flooding will continue. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout this afternoon and this evening, which will fall onto saturated ground.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and remains in force.
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 09:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high, which is causing flooding to low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water, this is due to recent heavy rainfall. Lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall, at the Lodore gauge throughout today, 1/1/2024, and flooding will continue. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this afternoon and tonight which will fall onto saturated ground. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and remains in force. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 2/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high, which is causing flooding to low lying land on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and around Derwent Water, this is due to recent heavy rainfall. Further showers are forecast throughout the day today 31/12/2023 and tonight, falling onto saturated ground. We are expecting more rain through Monday and Tuesday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and will remain in force throughout the weekend and into Monday. 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 10:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day today (30/12/2023) and tonight falling onto saturated ground.
Flooding is effecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and will remain in force throughout the weekend.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 08:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day today (29/12/2023) and tonight, with heavy persistent rainfall expected Saturday falling onto saturated ground.
Flooding is effecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Keswick Campsite flood warning has been issued and will remain in force throughout the weekend.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 09:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall, with further rainfall forecast throughout the day.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and it is possible that a flood warning will be issued for Keswick Campsite later in the day.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 09:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. The level of Derwent Water remains high and is only receding very slowly. Lake levels are expected to continue to fall today 26/12/2023, though with further heavy rainfall forecast from the early hours and throughout most of the day on Wednesday 27/12/2023, further river response on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck in Borrowdale is likely and also the level of Derwent Water is likely to rise again with further flooding possible.
Flooding is possible for locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and issue any associated Flood Warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2023 09:30
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. The level of Derwent Water remains high and is only receding very slowly. Lake levels are expected to continue to fall under a mostly showery regime today, Christmas Day and tomorrow Boxing Day though with further heavy rainfall forecast from the early hours on Wednesday 27th December 2023 further river response is likely and the level of Derwent Water is likely to rise again with further flooding possible.
Flooding is possible for locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and associated warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 09:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. The level of Derwent Water remains high and has only receded slowly following yesterday’s rainfall. Levels are expected to continue to fall under a mostly showery regime over the next few days though some further heavy rainfall is forecast on Wednesday 27th December 2023 and is likely to see some further river response and the level of Derwent Water to rise again with further flooding possible.
Flooding is possible for locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and associated warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 25/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2023 08:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. The level of Derwent Water remains high and has only receded slowly following yesterday’s rainfall. With some more persistent, potentially heavy rain forecast through this evening and overnight into Sunday 24/12/2023 it is likely to see some further river response and the level of Derwent Water to rise again with further flooding possible.
Flooding is possible for locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and associated warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2023 08:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water in response to yesterday’s rainfall. Levels on Derwent Water have peaked again this morning Friday, 22nd December but with more persistent, potentially heavy rain forecast to move through on the 23rd and into 24th of December, it is likely to see further river response and the lake level rise again.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and associated warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 23/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2023 09:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels have risen again on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water in response to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Pia. Levels have peaked this morning and are forecast to start receding again throughout Thursday 21st and into Friday 22nd December before more persistent, potentially heavy rain is forecast to move through on the 23rd and 24th of December which is likely to see levels rise again.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the shores of Derwent Water.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and re-issue this alert and associated warnings if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 22/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2023 09:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are slowly falling on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. The lake levels are predicted to keep falling for the next couple of days before more rain on the 23rd and 24th of December.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 09:00 AM on 21/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2023 09:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are slowly falling on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 09:00 AM on 20/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2023 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Whilst no significant rainfall is forecast over the next couple of days, the lake levels will remain high.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 19/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 08:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
A Flood Alert remains in force as river and lake levels in the area remain high. Levels are falling in the area, and we expect this to continue throughout the day.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 09:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
A Flood Alert remains in force as river and lake levels in the area remain high. Levels are falling in the area and we expect this to continue throughout the day.
We continue to monitor the 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 tomorrow morning, 14/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 09:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
A Flood Alert remains in force as river and lake levels in the area remain high. On Tuesday 12th December we are expecting showers with up to 20mm rain forecast. Levels are falling in the area and we expect this to continue despite today's forecast rain.
We continue to monitor the 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 tomorrow morning, 13/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:16
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
A Flood Alert remains in force as river and lake levels in the area remain high. With Monday 11th December being a drier day the levels may slowly fall. However, further rain is forecast Tuesday 12th December, this may cause a slight increase in levels again. Flooding is possible from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We continue to monitor the 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 tomorrow morning, 12/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 10:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
A Flood Alert remains in force as further rain is forecast today which will keep river and lake levels high. Flooding is possible from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
We continue to monitor the 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 tomorrow morning, 11/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 07:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Further rain this morning is expected to cause the river and lake levels to rise throughout the morning. Flooding is possible from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2023 09:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale continue to fall, but remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout the week.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend.
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 26/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2023 09:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale continue to fall, but remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout the week.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend.
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 25/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2023 10:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale are falling, but remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout the week.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the week.
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 24/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2023 09:19
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout the week.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the week.
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 23/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2023 08:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout the week.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the week.
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 22/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Nov 2023 09:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout Saturday and into Sunday.
Further light rainfall is forecast on Saturday and Sunday before the forecast improves early in the week.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2023 08:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout Saturday and into Sunday.
Further light rainfall is forecast on Saturday and Sunday before the forecast improves early in the week.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 20/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2023 10:04
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels on Derwent Water and river levels in Borrowdale remain high due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and low lying areas in Borrowdale.
River and lake levels are expected to remain high throughout Saturday and into Sunday.
Further light rainfall is forecast on Saturday and Sunday before the forecast improves early in the week.
We will continue to monitor levels closely over the weekend.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 10:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are falling on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 09:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are starting to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 16:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are starting to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 08:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are starting to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 16:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 09:09
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 6:00pm on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 16:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall. The Flood Alert will remain in place overnight as further heavy showers are forecast which will keep river and lake levels high.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 10:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding is possible at the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 11:00 AM on 13/11/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
The Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water are high and forecast to rise further today (13/11/2023) and we do not expect any further flooding to properties.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2023 10:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 11/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2023 17:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 5 Oct 2023 11:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Flood alert for Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
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 2 Oct 2023 15:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 03/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2023 09:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 02/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 17:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 02/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 10:05
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 01/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 18:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent and forecast rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying areas is possible throughout the weekend.
Further rainfall is forecast over Saturday night 30/09/2023 into Sunday morning which will keep river and lake levels high.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 10:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent and forecast rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying areas is possible throughout the weekend.
Further rainfall is forecast over Saturday night 30/09/2023 into Sunday morning which will keep river and lake levels high.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 15:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent and forecast rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying areas is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 10:00 AM on 29/09/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will keep river and lake levels high.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 10:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent and forecast rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding of low lying areas is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 10:00 AM on 29/09/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will keep river and lake levels high.
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 29/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 17:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rain is expected throughout the night, which will keep the levels high, but we are not expecting to see any significant changes.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 10:00am on 29/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 10:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rain is expected throughout the night, which will keep the levels high, but we are not expecting to see any significant changes.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 10:00am on 29/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2023 17:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rain is expected throughout the night, which will keep the levels high, but we are not expecting to see any significant changes.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 10:00am on 28/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2023 09:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further rain is expected later today, which will keep the levels high, but we are not expecting to see any significant changes.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 10:00am on 28/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2023 09:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 27/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2023 09:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 26/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2023 08:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are continuing to fall steadily, but remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 25/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2023 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are falling steadily, but remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 24/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2023 09:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are starting to fall on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 23/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 16:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high but steady on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall and will remain so for several days.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 22/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high but steady on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
River levels also remain high at the Keswick Campsite; Lodore gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 17:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water following the recent heavy rainfall.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2023 18:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 23 Jul 2023 17:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising steadily on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
No property flooding is expected.
Flooding is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 10:00 PM on 23/11/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening.
River levels are forecast to peak 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.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jul 2023 09:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwent Water lake still remain high following rainfall last weekend and Tuesday, though the levels are dropping. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas here through today, Wednesday 19/07/2023. The forecast is for today to be largely dry and so the level of Derwent Water should fall below this alert trigger level. However, water draining from the land into the lake from Tuesday’s rain may result in the level remaining relatively high. 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 20/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jul 2023 09:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwent Water lake still remain high following previous rainfall, though the levels are now reducing. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site . Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas here into Wednesday 19/07/2023. The forecast for today 18/07/23 shows some light rain especially in the afternoon and early evening but no heavy showers. This will keep the water levels raised for the next day or so. 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 19/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jul 2023 09:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to prolonged rainfall over the weekend. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. The risk of flooding remains possible in this area today 17/07/2023, to low lying land, roads and footpaths. The lake level is expected to remain high, and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. 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 09:30 AM on 18/07/2023, or as the situation changes. Follow @EnvAgencyNW on Twitter for information for your area.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jul 2023 09:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have risen on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to prolonged rainfall on Saturday 15/07/23 and overnight.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding is possible in this area today 16/07/2023, to low lying land, roads and footpaths. Some further light rainfall is forecast this morning but thereafter the forecast is largely dry until Tuesday 18/07/23. The lake level is expected to remain high, and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
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 09:30 AM on 17/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2023 14:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 17 Mar 2023 16:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 16 Mar 2023 10:25
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Heavy rainfall over high ground overnight has seen some response from upland rivers and streams early this morning (Thursday 16/03/23) but they will begin to peak as this current rain band clears through. Further flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible. Further rain is expected throughout this morning (16/03/23), which should turn lighter and more intermittent by this afternoon. Friday (17/03/23) is looking somewhat brighter with scattered showers. The level of Derwentwater will continue to rise throughout the day and will not peak till late this evening. A Flood Warning remains in Force for Keswick Campsite and areas adjacent the lake shores and we will continue to closely monitor the situation. Continue to take care and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated on Friday at 12:00pm (17/03/2023) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2023 15:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Heavy rainfall is forecast over the high ground of the Lake District from Wednesday evening (15/03/23) through into Thursday afternoon. Further flooding to low lying land and roads is possible with upland rivers and streams expected to begin to respond during the early hours of Thursday morning (16/03/23) and will remain high throughout the morning. The level of Derwentwater will also rise again throughout Thursday and a Flood Warning remains in force for Keswick Campsite and areas adjacent the lake shores. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and we will closely monitor the situation. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and do not put yourself in unnecessary danger.
This message will be updated on Friday 17/03/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2023 09:13
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels will start to fall this morning as rainfall eases. No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is for no significant rainfall for the rest of the day. However, heavy rainfall is forecast for late Wednesday 15 March 2023 into Thursday.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation.
Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 06:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 13 Jan 2023 02:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 16:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 10:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwent Water lake. This trend will continue today, Sunday the 8th of January, and tomorrow.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site.
Further significant rainfall is forecast on 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 11:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Rain overnight last night and further rain today, Saturday 7th of January, and tomorrow will cause the river levels to remain high on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwent Water lake level.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site.
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 alert will remain on force for several days at least. This message will be updated on Sunday the 8th of January or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 15:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwentwater lake level.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight which will cause both the river and lake levels to rise.
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 alert will remain in force for several days. This message will be updated on Saturday the 7th of January or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 12:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today, 28/12/2022, will cause lake levels to remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Flooding is possible on the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this week and the weekend. Lake and river levels are high and may rise further, the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. We are continuing to monitor the forecast and will issue the flood warning if necessary. 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 27 Dec 2022 11:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout Tuesday (27/12/2022) afternoon and early evening and again on Wednesday (28/12/2022). No property flooding is expected, and we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning at this time.
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 11:59 AM on 28/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2022 01:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite 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 27 Nov 2022 09:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Following rainfall overnight lake levels remain high on Derwent Water. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around lake shore of Derwent Water. Further showers are forecast throughout the day. Lake levels are forecast to begin falling slowly, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. 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 28/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 07:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake Levels are beginning to fall, however further rain throughout today 26/11/2022, is expected to cause the lake and river levels to rise again. Flooding may affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. 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 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 07:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow evening. 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 09:00 AM on 26/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2022 16:36
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, but are expected to begin falling in the early hours of 16/11/2022.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
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 16/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2022 09:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels will remain high but continue to slowly fall at Derwentwater. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Continue to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Monday 14/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2022 09:30
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels will remain high over the weekend but continue to slowly fall at Derwentwater. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Continue to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Sunday 13/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2022 10:09
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels will remain high over the weekend but continue to slowly fall at Derwentwater. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Continue to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Saturday 12/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2022 10:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high but are slowly falling at Derwentwater following heavy rainfall over the last few days. Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. River levels will start to fall at the Lodore gauge later today, Thursday 10/11/2022. Continue to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Friday 11/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 08:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at Derwentwater due to heavy rainfall over the last few days.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
River levels will start to fall at the Lodore gauge later today, Wednesday 09/11/2022. However, this alert will remain in place for at least the next few days due to high water levels affecting land around the lake.
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 10:00am on Thursday 10/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 17:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water with lake levels peaking around midnight on Tuesday 08/11/2022. Derwentwater lake levels at the Lodore gauge could reach 2.1m. We are clearing debris in the area and we will continue to monitor the forecast and issue warnings 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 10:00am on Wednesday 09/11/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 08:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Flooding is affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water with lake levels peaking around 11:00am on Tuesday 08/11/2022. Derwentwater lake levels at the Lodore gauge could reach 1.96 this morning. We are clearing debris in the area and we will continue to monitor the forecast and issue warnings 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 10:00am on Wednesday 09/11/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 08:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water with lake levels peaking around 11:00pm on 07/11/2022.
Derwentwater lake levels at the Lodore gauge could reach 2m this evening.
We are clearing debris in the area and we will continue to monitor the forecast and issue warnings if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 08/11/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 10:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Today, Sunday 06/11/2022, is forecast to be a showery day but the lake level at the Lodore gauge is expected to remain relatively constant. Further rain is forecast over this afternoon and into Monday 07/11/2022 and we expect the lake to start to rise from tomorrow morning. Flooding is affecting locations near these rivers and the lake, with low lying land most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 07/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2022 09:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Today, Saturday 05/11/2022, is forecast to be a showery day and the lake level at the Lodore gauge is expected to keep receding. However the lake will remain high for at least the next few days, with further rain forecast over the next few days. Flooding is affecting locations near these rivers and the lake, with low lying land most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 06/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 09:05
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Today, Friday 4/11/2022, is forecast to be dry, and the lake level at the Lodore gauge is receding. However the lake will remain high for at least the next few days, with further rain forecast over the coming weekend. Flooding is affecting locations near these rivers and the lake, with low lying land most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. 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 05/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2022 09:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Today, Thursday 03/11/2022, is forecast to be largely dry, and the lake level at the Lodore gauge has levelled off. However the lake will remain high for at least the next few days, with further rain forecast over the coming weekend. Flooding is affecting locations near these rivers and the lake, with low lying land most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 04/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2022 06:21
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon, 02/11/2022, which will cause river and lake levels to remain high.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 03/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Oct 2022 09:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels continue to fall and Derwent Water levels remain high but continue to recede. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 15/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2022 14:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded and Derwent Water levels remain high but continue to recede during today. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 14/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Oct 2022 08:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded and Derwent Water will continue to recede during today. Derwent Water level remains high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 13/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Oct 2022 09:13
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded, however Derwent Water remains high but steadily receding following recent heavy rainfall. Derwent Water remains high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 12/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2022 09:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are now receding following heavy rain yesterday evening with lake levels remaining high. Levels will recede during today as no further rain is forecast. Derwent Water remains high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2022 10:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded but lake levels remain high following a response to recent heavy rain. Further heavy rain forecast this afternoon into this evening will increase levels once again on rivers and the lakes for a time. Derwent Water remains high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 10/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2022 09:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded overnight and will continue to recede today, however lake levels will remain high due to yesterday’s heavy rain. The forecast for a dry and sunny day means levels will continue to recede until tomorrow (Sunday) when further rain is forecast and levels will rise again for a time. For today, Derwent Water will remain high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 09/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2022 09:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels will rise again today as a response to further rainfall. The forecast is for rain this morning, heavy at times, which will lessen in intensity and frequency as the morning progresses. Rivers and Lakes levels will rise for a time as a result of the rain before peaking this afternoon. Derwent Water will remain high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 08/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2022 09:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are starting to recede following recent rainfall. The forecast is improving from yesterday with the possibility of only a few showers. Rivers and Lakes levels will continue to recede during today, however Derwent Water will remain high affecting low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to monitor levels closely and are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 07/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2022 09:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels have risen steadily on the River Greta, River Derwent, Derwent Water. Further rainfall is expected during today Wednesday 5/10/22 but this is forecast to become less intense through the day. We expect river and lake levels to start to fall overnight tonight. Levels are forecast to continue to fall tomorrow Thursday, with a drier day in prospect. Areas most at risk are the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 06/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2022 11:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are expected to be high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and overnight with river and lake levels expected to rise throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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. Please be prepared to move livestock and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 05/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2022 18:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. The lake level is forecast to remain above the Flood Alert threshold until tomorrow, 03/10/2022. Flooding could affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River and lake levels are forecast to begin falling, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. 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 03/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2022 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels continue to remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. The lake level is forecast to remain above the Flood Alert threshold until later this afternoon, 02/10/2022. Flooding could affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. River and lake levels are forecast to begin falling, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. 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 03/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2022 09:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to yesterday's heavy rainfall. The lake level is forecast to remain above the Flood Alert threshold until midday Sunday 02/10/2022.
Flooding could affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
River and lake levels are forecast to begin falling, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
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 02/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 20:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and Lake levels are high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water are steadily rising due to recent heavy rainfall.
River and lake levels are forecast to begin falling tomorrow morning as rainfall eases.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
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 25 Feb 2022 09:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high, but are now receding on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land will continue to affect areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site over the next few days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated tomorrow, 26/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2022 10:16
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high, but are now receding on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land will continue to affect areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site over the next few days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated tomorrow, 25/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 09:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall overnight. No further rain is forecast today, 23/02/2022 and we expect levels to slowly fall over the next few days. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site for a number of days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated on tomorrow morning, 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 09:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall overnight. Further rain is forecast today, 22/02/2022 and we expect levels to remain above flood alert levels. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site for a number of days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated on tomorrow morning, 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to recent heavy rainfall overnight. No further rain is forecast today, 21/02/2022 and we expect levels to begin falling. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site for a number of days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated on tomorrow morning, 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall overnight. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, 20/02/2022. River and Lake levels are high and will continue to rise throughout this afternoon. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site for a number of days. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated on Monday morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 10:19
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Further flooding could occur at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from Sunday morning, the 20/02/2022, as further rain is expected over night. We will continue to monitor the forecast and issue a flood warning if necessary. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by Sunday morning (20/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 09:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are falling but remain high as a result of recent heavy rain on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, and Derwentwater. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site today, Friday 18/02/2022. Flooding of properties is not expected. There is little rain in today’s forecast and we expect the level of Derwentwater to continue to fall for the next day or two. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded, and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated tomorrow Saturday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 08:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high as a result of recent heavy rain, on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, and Derwentwater, though they are falling slowly. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the lake frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site today, Thursday 17/02/2022. Flooding of properties is not expected. Today’s forecast is largely dry and we expect the level of Derwentwater to continue to fall. However, levels are expected to rise again in response to further rain associated with Storms Eunice, which is forecast to start in the early hours of Friday and continue through the day. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near Derwentwater and local watercourses which may be flooded, and avoid driving through floodwater. This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 07:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have shown some response to overnight rainfall on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck and the level of Derwent Water remains high following heavy rainfall over the last few days. A Flood Warning still remains in force for low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and lake frontage areas of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Today, Wednesday 16/02/2022, more rain is expected through this afternoon associated with named storm Dudley and further rain is forecast on Friday with the onset of Storm Eunice. River and lake levels are expected to remain high over the next few days. We do not expect flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages and clearing debris screens. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2022 09:09
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded overnight on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck, though the level of Derwent Water remains high following heavy rainfall over the last few days, and a Flood Warning remains in force for low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and lake frontage areas of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. No property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation closely as further rainfall is forecast for Tuesday evening (15/02/2022) and later this week, with further river response likely due to the effect of the named storms Dudley and Eunice. Our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 16/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2022 08:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded overnight on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck, though the level of Derwent Water remains very high following the heavy rainfall over the weekend and a Flood Warning remains in force for low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and lake frontage areas of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. No property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation closely as further rainfall is forecast tomorrow (15/02/2022) and later this week, with further river response possible. Our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Tuesday Morning, (15/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2022 10:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded overnight on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck, though the level of Derwent Water remains high following the heavy rainfall on Saturday. There is likely to be a similar response to further rainfall through this morning (Sunday 13/02/22). Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. No property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and amend this message if necessary. Our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Monday morning (14/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2022 08:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have receded overnight on the Upper River Derwent and Stonethwaite Beck, though the level of Derwent Water remains high following the heavy rainfall on Saturday. There is likely to be a similar response to further rainfall through this morning (Sunday 13/02/22). Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We do not expect to be issuing Flood Warnings and no property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and amend this message if necessary. Our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Monday morning (14/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2022 07:25
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall through the early hours of this morning. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Further rainfall is forecast through till late afternoon, today (Saturday 12/02/22) but no property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and amend this message if necessary. Our teams have been out checking watercourses for blockages. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further rainfall tomorrow is possible which might have an effect on these watercourses but the exact pattern of this is not yet clear. This message will be updated on Sunday morning (13/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2022 10:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Due to rainfall overnight river levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We expect levels to start to decrease this morning (09/02/2022) and continue to decrease until the weekend, when more rainfall is forecast. 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 messages if necessary. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2022 10:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. Although rainfall is forecast this afternoon, we are not expecting any large responses in the level of Derwent water. 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 messages if necessary. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning (09/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2022 09:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. No significant rainfall is forecast across the next few days and the levels are expected to continue falling steadily. 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 messages if necessary. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning (08/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 16:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is forecast across the next few days but property flooding is not expected. 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 messages if necessary. This message will be updated on Monday morning (07/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 11:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout today but property flooding is not expected. 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 messages if necessary. This message will be updated on Sunday afternoon (06/02/2022), or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2022 18:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Areas most at risk include the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight but no property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this message 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 morning (06/02/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 11:29
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are now falling on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water but the lake level remains high. The weather forecast is for further showers today but the lake level is forecast to continue to fall slowly. Areas still affected are locations around Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected. This message will be updated tomorrow, the 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 11:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are now falling on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water but the lake level remains high. The weather forecast is for another drier day today and the lake level will continue to fall slowly. Areas still affected are locations around Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected. This message will be updated tomorrow, the 03/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2022 11:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels have now peaked on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water but the lake level remains high. The weather forecast is for a drier day and the lake level will continue to fall slowly. Areas still affected are locations around Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected. This message will be updated tomorrow, the 02/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 11:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels have now peaked on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. and with only a few showers expected throughout the day we expect the levels to fall. Areas still affected are locations around Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected. This message will be updated tomorrow, the 01/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 16:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are forecast to rise overnight on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
Flooding is possible at The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water from 05:00 AM on 31/12/2021.
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 10 Dec 2021 18:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river and lake levels have now peaked and are receding, river levels on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water still remain high. Flooding is likely to affect low lying areas near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Avoid using low lying footpaths, particularly around the lake edge and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 11/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 14:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river and lake levels have now peaked and are receding, river levels on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water still remain high. Flooding is likely to affect low lying areas near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. Avoid using low lying footpaths, particularly around the lake edge and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 10/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2021 16:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Following recent rainfall, river levels on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying areas near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water. With little rain forecast, levels are expected to peak later this afternoon before starting to recede. Avoid using low lying footpaths, particularly around the lake edge and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Thursday 09/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 19:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to today's rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water.
Further rainfall is expected overnight and Derwent Water is forecast to remain high until Thursday.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 08/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 09:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high but steady on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around The Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water.
The forecast is mostly dry for today and tomorrow and river and lake levels are forecast to fall.
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 02/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2021 11:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level has started to rise due to heavy rain this morning. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Derwent Water Lake is forecast to peak around 8pm this evening (09/11/2021). Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 10/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2021 14:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall with water levels remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to continue to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. With a dry forecast until Saturday levels will continue to recede. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 06/11/2021, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 15:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall with water levels remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to continue to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. With a dry forecast until Saturday levels will continue to recede. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 05/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2021 14:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake levels remain high following recent rainfall with water levels remaining high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. With a dry forecast until Saturday levels will continue to recede. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow, Thursday 04/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2021 12:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of recent heavy rain. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further light showers are expected today, Tuesday 02/11/2021, however we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. We are 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further showers are expected today, 01/11/2021 and into tomorrow, 02/11/2021, however we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 13:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of recent heavy rain. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further showers are expected today, Sunday, 31/10/2021 and overnight into Monday, 01/11/2021. We are 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. The level of the lake is expected to remain above the flood alert threshold over the coming days, with a further band of rain forecast for tomorrow morning, Sunday 31/10/21. We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 20:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of persistent heavy rain. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. The level of the lake is expected to remain above this flood alert threshold into the coming weekend. We are monitoring the situation and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated tomorrow 30/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 09:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of persistent heavy rain. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. The level of the lake is expected to remain above this flood alert threshold into the coming weekend. We are monitoring the situation and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated later today 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 20:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels remain steady but high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of persistent heavy rain. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring the situation and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated tomorrow 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 18:04
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels have been rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of persistent rain from Tuesday 26/10/21. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. We expect river and lake levels to remain high for several days and so this Flood Alert is expected to remain in place, with further rain forecast for the rest of the week. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring the situation and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated tomorrow 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2021 17:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Water levels have been rising on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses as a result of persistent rain during Tuesday 26/10/21. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land in locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. We expect river and lake levels to remain high for several days and so this Flood Alert is expected to remain in place, with further rain forecast overnight into Wednesday 27/10/21 and for the rest of the week. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near these watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We are monitoring the situation and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on Wednesday 27/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2021 08:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. With drier and more settled weather forecast to continue lake levels will slowly fall. 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 11/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2021 08:49
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. With drier and more settled weather now forecast lake levels will slowly fall. 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 10/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2021 09:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. With drier and more settled weather now forecast lake levels will slowly fall but this flood alert may remain for today and much of tomorrow (9/10/2021). Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 09/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 10:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. This Flood Alert is likely to remain in place for several days. A Flood Warning is also in place for Keswick Campsite. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 09:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. This Flood Alert is likely to remain in place for several days. A Flood Warning is also in place for Keswick Campsite. 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 PM on 07/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 19:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. This Flood Alert is likely to remain in place for several days. A Flood Warning is also in place for Keswick Campsite. 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 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 15:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. This Flood Alert is likely to remain in place for several days, with further heavy rain forecast for Tuesday (05/10/2021). A Flood Warning is also in place for Keswick Campsite. 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 05/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2021 16:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Derwentwater and surrounding watercourses. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. This Flood Alert is likely to remain in place for several days, with further heavy rain forecast for Tuesday (05/10/2021). A Flood Warning is also in place for Keswick Campsite. 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 04/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2021 18:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite and Derwentwater foreshore. Heavy showery rain is forecast throughout Saturday which will cause the rivers and Derwentwater to rise further, with a Flood Warning also in place for Keswick Campsite. 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 03/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2021 09:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite and Derwentwater foreshore. Heavy showery rain is forecast throughout Saturday which will cause the rivers and Derwentwater to rise further, which may result in a Flood Warning being issued for the Keswick Campsite area. We will continue to monitor the forecast and issue a Flood Warning 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 03/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2021 11:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater.
Flooding is likely to affect locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite and Derwentwater foreshore.
Further heavy showery rain is forecast throughout Saturday which will cause the rivers and Derwentwater to rise further, which may result in a Flood Warning being issued for the Keswick Campsite area. We will continue to monitor the forecast and issue a Flood Warning 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 02/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Apr 2021 08:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The Lake level remains high, but is beginning to fall, as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Lake levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 03/04/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Apr 2021 09:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The Lake level remains high, but is beginning to fall, as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Lake levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 02/04/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2021 08:05
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast and whilst lake levels have started to recede they will remain high over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 1/04/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2021 08:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast and whilst lake levels have started to recede they will remain high over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 31/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 09:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing. We expect lake levels to remain high into tomorrow 30/03/2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow 30/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 07:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level is forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We expect lake levels to remain high over the coming days due to further rainfall forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers and lakeside.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2021 08:10
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high but is receding slowly. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on Derwent Water are expected to remain high over today as a result of the rainfall during last week. A drier settled spell of weather is forecast for the rest of this week with the level of Derwent Water expected to drop back below the Flood Alert level later today, Tuesday, 16/03/21.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 17/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2021 08:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river levels have now receded, the level of Derwent Water remains high, albeit receding slowly. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on Derwent Water are expected to remain high over today as a result of the rainfall during last week. A drier settled spell of weather is forecast for the rest of the week with the level of Derwent Water expected to drop back below the Flood Alert level later on Tuesday, 16/03/21.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent
This message will be updated tomorrow, 16/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2021 08:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river levels have receded slowly, the level of Derwent Water remains high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on Derwent Water are expected to remain high over the next few days as a result of the rainfall earlier this week. We expect some showers this morning before a more organised band of rain sweeps quickly across this afternoon, locally heavy over the high ground. The rain is expected to clear this evening and thereafter it will become increasingly dry and settled throughout the week.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 15/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2021 08:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river levels have started to recede, albeit slowly, the levels on Derwent Water remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high over the next few days as a result of the rainfall earlier this week and from the rainfall which continued to fall overnight. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent
This message will be updated tomorrow, 14/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 16:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river levels have started to recede, albeit slowly, the levels on Derwent Water and the River Derwent remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high over the next few days as a result of the rainfall earlier this week. Some further rainfall is forecast late on today and overnight into Saturday. Some further response from rivers, becks and Derwent Water is expected during the early hours and into Saturday morning.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 13/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 07:38
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst river levels have started to recede, albeit slowly, the levels on Derwent Water and the River Derwent remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent to Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high over the next few days as a result of the rainfall earlier this week. Some further rainfall is forecast late on today and over into Saturday.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and the River Derwent
This message will be updated tomorrow, 13/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 10:38
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level is high but steady as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Scattered showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning,12/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 17:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level and its tributaries are forecast to rise as a result of todays heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening, 10/03/21, and overnight into tomorrow but only minor issues are expected. Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The bulk of today’s rainfall is forecast to clear late evening but it will remain unsettled with some heavy showers on into the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation but don’t anticipate issuing any Flood Warnings. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and shores of Derwent Water which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning,11/03/21,or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2021 08:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels are still falling but remain above the flood alert level this morning, 01/03/21. There may still be some flooding affecting low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. With no rain in the current forecast, we expect levels to continue to recede and are likely to fall below the alert threshold later today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2021 09:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels are still falling but remain above the flood alert level today, 28/02/21. There may still be some flooding affecting low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas, and this is likely to continue into tomorrow. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 the lake, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2021 08:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 27/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week and so the risk of flooding remains for the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 the lake, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 15:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week and so the risk of flooding remains for the next few days. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 the lake, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 27/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 09:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels are dropping slowly but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week and so the risk of flooding remains for the next few days. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 the lake, 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high after recent rainfall, and so the risk of flooding remains overnight tonight, 25/02/21, and into the coming weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake, 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high after recent rainfall, and so the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake, 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
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high but steady as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 12:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake and river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall during yesterday and today, and so the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours and the lake level is expected to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake, 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 08:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall over the past weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and the lake level is expected to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 08:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall over the past weekend. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 22/02/21, however rain is forecast tomorrow 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 09:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level is high but steady as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 21/02/21, and water levels are expected to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:29
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level and its tributaries remains high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 16:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level and its tributaries are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 19/02/21 and over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 09:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst both lake and river levels are dropping slowly, the level of Derwent Water and River Derwent remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent Derwent Water shoreline areas remains affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high for the next few days as a result of the rainfall from Storm Christoph earlier this week. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 25/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 09:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst both lake and river levels are dropping slowly, the level of Derwent Water and River Derwent remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent Derwent Water shoreline areas remains affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high for the next few days as a result of the rainfall from Storm Christoph earlier this week. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 24/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 09:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst both lake and river levels are dropping slowly, the level of Derwent Water and River Derwent remain high. Consequently, low lying land adjacent Derwent Water shoreline areas remains affected by flooding. Levels on the River Derwent and Derwent Water are expected to remain high for the next few days as a result of the rainfall from Storm Christoph earlier this week.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Whilst lake and river levels have started to recede, Derwent Water lake level remains high. Consequently, the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the edge of Derwent Water and near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
As a result of Storm Christoph the lake level remains high. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. River and lake levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast overnight, 20/01/21 and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
As a result of Storm Christoph the lake level remains high. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
River and lake levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 09:29
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level is forecast to rise as a result of Storm Cristoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and tomorrow, Wednesday 20/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2020 11:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high although dropping steadily. Flooding is still possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We still expect lake levels to drop below the flood alert level in the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking equipment. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 01/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2020 15:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels remain high although dropping steadily. Flooding is still possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect lake levels to drop below the flood alert level in the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking equipment. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 31/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2020 09:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and Lake levels remain high as a result of Storm Bella. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect lake levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 30/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 09:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and Lake level remains high as a result of Storm Bella. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect lake levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 29/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 09:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and Lake level remains high as a result of Storm Bella. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect lake levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level is forecast to rise as a result of Storm Bella. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 23:30 tonight and 07:00 tomorrow, Sunday 27/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect lake levels to rise until 07:00 on Sunday 27/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 09:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remains high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 25/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 09:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remains high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Thursday 24/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 10:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 23/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 09:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remains high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Tuesday 22/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 10:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remains high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Monday 21/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 10:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Levels remains high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy overnight rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 20/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 11:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level remains high as a result of heavy overnight rainfall. Further heavy rain is expected throughout Friday 18/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 19/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2020 16:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall. Further heavy rain is expected tonight and throughout Friday. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 18/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 16:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall. Showers are expected to continue through today clearing overnight. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Thursday 17/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 14:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall. Further showers are expected today, 15/12/2020 and further rainfall is also forecast throughout the day tomorrow, 16/12/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 16/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 11:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake level is forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday 15/12/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow Tuesday 15/12/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2020 08:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Flooding may still affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. River and lake levels continue to recede and will do so as the weather improves over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 28/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2020 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. River and lake levels are now receding and will continue to do so as the weather improves over the coming days. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 27/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2020 07:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
River and lake levels are now receding and will continue to do so as the weather improves over the coming days. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2020 09:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Intermittent rainfall is expected to continue today, 24/11/2020 and overnight tonight with river and lake levels expected to remain high throughout this period. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2020 08:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
With further rain expected later this evening, river and lake levels will start to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2020 09:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Although we expect a mainly dry and bright day, ground remains saturated and lake levels remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2020 09:16
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further showers are expected today, 21/11/2020, which will keep levels high. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Nov 2020 10:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Rain is expected this morning which will keep levels high but will turn drier this afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2020 09:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further showers are expected to continue for the remainder of the week which will keep the lake level high.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 08:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water is high but steady as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further heavy showers are expected today, 18/11/2020, which will keep the lake level high, but Thursday is forecast to be a drier day.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 08:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water is high but steady as a result of yesterday's rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The level of Derwent Water remains high as a result of yesterday's rain. However, the level is expected to start falling by noon today, 17/11/2020.
Tuesday will be a dry day, but further rain is forecast for Wednesday, 18/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 08:04
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water is high but steady as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
The lake level is forecast to remain high until Wednesday (18/11/2020) when a period of drier weather is forecast. Further rain will affect the catchment this afternoon and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 13:44
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water has risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further heavy showers will affect the catchment on Monday and Tuesday.
The lake level is expected to remain high until Wednesday (18/11/2020) when a period of drier weather is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2020 09:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore Derwent Water Gauge but will continue to fall throughout today, Friday 06/11/2020, and over the next few days. Today’s forecast is for the current spell of dry weather to continue into the weekend. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site today. Water levels though receding remain high on the Upper River Derwent and Derwent Water. We continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near the River Derwent and Derwent Water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 07/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2020 08:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore Derwent Water Gauge but will continue to fall throughout today, Thursday 05/11/2020, and over the next few days. Today’s forecast is for the current spell of dry weather to continue into the weekend. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Water levels though receding also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwent Water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 06/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2020 08:07
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge but will gradually fall throughout today, Wednesday 04/11/2020, and over the next few days. Today’s forecast is for dry weather. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 10:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge but will gradually fall throughout today, Tuesday 03/11/2020, and over the next few days. Today’s forecast is for showers but we are not expecting any impacts. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 04/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 10:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge and will continue to remain so throughout today, Monday 02/11/2020, and overnight into Tuesday 03/11/2020. This is in response to rain that is due this afternoon and overnight. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 03/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 11:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge and will continue to remain so throughout today, Sunday 1/11/20, and overnight into Monday 2/11/20. This is in response to rain that is due this afternoon and overnight. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 02/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2020 09:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge and will continue to remain so throughout today, Saturday 31/10/2020. Further rain is forecast followed by a drier period this evening, before more rain moves in from the west early Sunday morning, 01/11/2020. Depending on the intensity of the rainfall over the catchment, levels may continue to fall throughout the day, albeit slowly. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will also remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 09:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore gauge as a result of yesterday’s persistent rainfall. Consequently, there remains a risk of flooding to roads and farmland. Areas that may remain affected are low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. Water levels will remain high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is for a drier day today, 30/10/2020, but more rain is expected throughout the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and the lake. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 31/10/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2020 17:29
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are forecast to continue to rise at the Lodore river gauge as a result of on-going rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 29/10/20 and tomorrow 30/10/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 02/11/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 30/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2020 14:55
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are forecast to remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin today 28/10/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 02/11/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 16:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and beck levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and footpaths in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Heavy rain has now cleared the area we expect that river, beck and lake levels to fall overnight. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message tomorrow afternoon 29/08/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 15:21
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and beck levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and footpaths in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further heavy rain is forecast overnight and in to Friday and we expect that river, beck and lake levels will remain high. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message tomorrow afternoon 28/08/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 15:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and beck levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and footpaths in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further heavy rain is forecast throughout Thursday and into Friday and we expect that river, beck and lake levels will remain high. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message tomorrow afternoon 27/08/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 19:53
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and beck levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and footpaths in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Heavy rain will continue throughout today and into tomorrow 26/08/20 and expect that river, beck and lake levels will remain high. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message tomorrow morning, Wednesday 26/08/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 12:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and beck levels remain high at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and footpaths in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Heavy rain will continue throughout today and into tomorrow 26/08/20 and expect that river, beck and lake levels will remain high.
We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message within 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Aug 2020 18:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels are high but steady at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast starting in the early hours on Tuesday morning, 25/08/20 and continuing throughout the day. We expect river and lake levels to then begin to rise further, potentially reaching Flood Warning level for Lodore.
We continue to monitor and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2020 20:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels have risen at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Lodore is expected to go through flood alert around 21:45 this evening and expected to peak at approximately 1.65m around 06:30am on the 24/08/2020. Further rainfall is forecast until early hours of Monday morning, 24/08/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Aug 2020 09:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are high but steady at the Lodore river gauge as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and along the lake shore.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 07/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Aug 2020 19:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The lake level has risen at the Lodore river gauge as a result of todays heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 19:00 today 05/08/2020 and 05:00 tomorrow, 06/08/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Most of the rain has past through the area, with some showers remaining. The lake level is expected to peak at 1.5m at approximately 01:45 on 06/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jul 2020 09:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Lodore gauge as a result of yesterday's rainfall. Flooding will continue to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Lake levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We continue to monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake and near rivers. This message will be updated by 10 am tomorrow morning, 29/07/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jul 2020 14:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The lake level has risen at the Lodore gauge as a result of today’s heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
The lake level has risen in response to persistent rainfall overnight and this morning. The heaviest of the rain will soon have passed over the catchment, and only light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We forecast that the level of the lake at Lodore will peak at 1.5m at approximately 19:30hrs this evening, 27/07/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/07/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Mar 2020 07:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Although the levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high a dry day is forecast and levels will continue to fall. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Mar 2020 08:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Although the levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high a dry day is forecast and levels will continue to fall. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Mar 2020 08:19
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. Following further rainfall overnight the levels in Derwentwater have now peaked and will start to fall throughout the rest of the day. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2020 09:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. Levels are forecast to remain high thoughout the day and there remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2020 08:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. Levels are forecast to continue falling thoughout the day however, there remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2020 09:00
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. Rainfall overnight has increased lake and river levels, which are forecast to peak this afternoon. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 07:22
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. The levels have peaked today and will continue to fall throughout the day, however we have more rain forecast later today and overnight which may cause levels to rise once again. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 06:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. The levels have peaked and today and levels will continue to fall throughout the day. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. The levels have peaked and today and levels will continue to fall throughout the day. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 07:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to recent rainfall. The levels have peaked and with today expected to be a drier day these levels will continue to fall throughout the day. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 07:05
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The levels of Derwentwater, and surrounding rivers, remain high due to rainfall overnight. Further showers are expected throughout the day. Consequently, flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries throughout the morning. We currently expect the level of Derwentwater to peak around 1pm this afternoon but will remain high for some time. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 08:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater and surrounding rivers remains high. Further rain is expected today 09/03/20 from 15:00 until tomorrow lunchtime 10/03/20. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and footpaths is expected throughout the day. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. We expect the level of Derwentwater to beging to rise this evening and into tomorrow 10/03/20 but we do are not currently expecting it to reach our Flood Warning thresholds. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2020 07:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater and surrounding rivers has risen as a result of heavy rain which fell overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and footpaths is expected throughout the today 08/03/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries.
We expect the level of Derwentwater to rise slowly until mid afternoon on 08/03/2020 but we do not expect it to reach our Flood Warning thresholds.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and Derwentwater shoreline as these may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 08/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 18:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 5 March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 09:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 4 March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 17:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 4th of March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 10:27
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 3rd of March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 17:19
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 3rd of March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 09:54
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 02/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 17:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall and we expect the levels to be raised for several days. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which will be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 2 March 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 08:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high due to the recent rainfall. Although there is little rain forecast for the next few days, we expect the levels to be raised into the coming week. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this evening, Sunday 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 08:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high after recent rainfall. We expect this to continue for the coming days. Further rainfall is forecast today and over the weekend, which will result in river and lake levels remaining high. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 09:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high after recent rainfall and snow melt. We expect this to continue for the coming days. Further rainfall is forecast today and over the weekend, which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 15:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high after recent rainfall and snow melt. We expect this to continue for the coming days. Further rainfall is forecast on Friday the 28/02/2020 and over the weekend, which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the Upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 10:09
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high after recent rainfall and snow melt. We expect this to continue for the coming days. Further rainfall is forecast on Friday 28/02/2020 and over the weekend which will result in river and lake levels rising further. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater and in the upper Derwent catchment remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 18:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remain high after recent rainfall and snow melt. We expect this to continue for the coming days. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around Derwentwater remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which will be flooded. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remains high and we expect this to continue for the coming days following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge remains. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remains high and we expect this to continue for the coming days following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge remains. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater remains high and we expect this to continue following todays showers and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 06:29
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level remains high and we expect this to continue as further rain and / or snow is forecast today. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge remains, and a Flood Alert is still in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level remains high and we expect this to continue as further rain and / or snow is forecast overnight. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge remains, and a Flood Alert is still in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level continues to remain high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge may still be affected, therefore a Flood Alert remains in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated later today, 23/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:33
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level continues to remain high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge may still be affected, therefore a Flood Alert remains in place.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:04
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge may still be affected, therefore a Flood Alert remains in place.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated later today 22/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 18:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. We are expecting it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain overnight 21/02/20 . Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 09:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 17:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 07:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. With further rainfall forecast today, river and lake levels are expected to remain high and are likely to peak this afternoon, 20/02/2020. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:13
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. With further rainfall forecast today Wednesday 19/02/20, river and lake levels are expected to rise again overnight and are likely to peak tomorrow afternoon, Thursday 20/02/2020. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 07:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. With further rainfall forecast today, river and lake levels are expected rise again from lunchtime and are likely to peak tomorrow, 20/02/2020, around midday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated later today, 19/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 17:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. The lake level is receding but is unlikely to drop below Flood Alert level before further rain arrives on Wednesday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 06:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. The lake level is receding but we anticipate that it will stay above the alert level for several days yet. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge. We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated latter today, 18/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, there is still a risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge and so this Flood Alert remains in place. The lake level is receding but we anticipate that it will stay above the alert level for several days yet.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The Derwentwater lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge may still be possible, therefore a Flood Alert remains in place.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, 17/02/20.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 16:35
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level remains high following recent heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths around the lake edge may still be affected, therefore a Flood Alert remains in place.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 09:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels remain high at the Lodore gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas will be affected. Levels are high on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over today 16/02/2020. We expect river levels to fall over the day, the lake will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated later today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 23:34
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level has risen as a result of Storm Dennis, and remains above the Flood Alert level. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/20.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 13:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River levels and Derwentwater are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today (15/02/2020) and tomorrow. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwentwater shoreline areas may be affected. High levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries.
We expect river levels and Derwentwater to rise until mid morning on Sunday, 16/02/2020.
We are expecting to issue the Flood Warning for Keswick Campsite later today and are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 15/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 15:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level continues to fall but remains above the Flood Alert level. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 10:03
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels continue to fall but remain above the Flood Alert level. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated later today.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 15:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are currently continuing to fall, however rainfall overnight and showers through today have caused the lake level to rise slightly. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 10:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are currently continuing to fall, however rainfall overnight and showers forecast for today will cause lake levels to rise slightly. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths will remain. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated later today.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 16:52
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are currently continuing to fall, however rainfall forecast overnight will cause lake levels to rise slightly. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land, roads and footpaths will remain. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake edge.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 09:28
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are continuing to fall at the Lodore lake level gauge, however they still remain higher than normal. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland will remain. Areas around the Derwentwater shoreline areas may continue to be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated later today 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:21
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are continuing to fall at the Lodore gauge, however they still remain higher than normal. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland will remain. Areas around the Derwentwater shoreline areas may continue to be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:23
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake levels are continuing to fall at the Lodore gauge, however they still remain higher than normal. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland will remain. Areas around the Derwentwater shoreline areas may continue to be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:18
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake levels are continuing to fall at the Lodore gauge, however they still remain higher than normal. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland will remain. Areas around the Derwent Water shoreline areas may continue to be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 07:46
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are now beginning to fall at the Lodore gauge however they remain higher than normal following yesterday’s heavy rain. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland will remain. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated later today 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 17:24
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels are forecast to rise at the Lodore 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 Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water 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 avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2020 10:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high and have risen again overnight at the Lodore lake gauge as a result of last night’s rainfall. Levels are now peaking and will start to fall throughout today, 03/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as they may also be affected. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:00, 04/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2020 10:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore lake gauge as a result of Friday’s heavy rainfall and further rainfall yesterday. We expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day. Further showery rain today, 02/02/2020, means that the rate of fall will be quite slow. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as they may also be affected. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:00, 03/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2020 08:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels remain high at the Lodore lake gauge as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall. We expect levels to fall throughout the day. Further showery rain today means that the rate of fall will be quite slow. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas remain affected. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as they may also be affected. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:00, 02/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2020 15:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels have risen at the Lodore lake gauge as a result of this morning's heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout this afternoon, 31/01/2020, and into tomorrow, 01/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and their tributaries. Levels are expected to peak from 19:00 this evening, at around 1.66 metre. Levels are forecast to start falling from 01:00 tomorrow morning, 01/02/2020. We have liaised with the campsite and are continuing to monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:00, 01/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 09:43
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water has risen following the recent rainfall and is currently above the Flood Alert threshold at the Lodore gauge. It will continue to rise until this afternoon (Friday 17th January) then will start to fall again. Lake levels are not currently forecast to reach Flood Warning thresholds. Low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of Keswick Camping and Caravan Club remain at risk. There may be some more showers in the area this morning but the forecast then suggests the rest of the weekend should be mainly dry. We are closely monitoring the lake level and will update this message with further information tomorrow. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 16:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater has continued to fall but remains above the Flood Alert threshold at the Lodore gauge. Following afternoon rain today, Thursday 16th January, it is likely to remain above the threshold until tomorrow morning. Lake levels are not currently forecast to reach Flood Warning thresholds. Low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the frontage of Keswick Camping and Caravan Club remain at risk. There may be some showers in the area tomorrow (Friday 17th January) but the forecast then suggests the rest of the weekend should be mainly dry. We are closely monitoring the lake level and will update this message with further information tomorrow. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 10:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater is falling following the recent rainfall but still remains above the Flood Alert threshold at the Lodore gauge. It may dip slightly below this threshold for a short time later today Thursday 16th January, but is likely to rise again this evening following another burst of rain this afternoon. Lake levels are not currently forecast to reach Flood Warning thresholds. Low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent water and the frontage of Keswick Camping and Caravan Club remain at risk. There may be some showers in the area tomorrow (Friday 17th January) but the forecast then suggests the rest of the weekend should be mainly dry. We are closely monitoring the lake level and will update this message with further information later today. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 16:48
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater is falling following the recent rainfall but still remains above the Flood Alert threshold at the Lodore gauge. Low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent water and the frontage of Keswick Camping and Caravan Club remain at risk. The level of the lake will continue to fall during this evening (Wednesday 15th January) and throughout tomorrow. There will be some rainfall in the area tomorrow and Friday 17th January but the forecast then suggests the rest of the weekend should be mainly dry. We are closely monitoring the lake level and will update this message with further information on Thursday 16th January. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 10:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwentwater remains high at the Lodore gauge. Low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the frontage of Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site remain at risk. The level of the lake will continue to drop during today Wednesday 15th January though may respond slightly to tomorrow's forecast rainfall. There may be some showers in the area on Friday 17th January but the forecast then suggests the rest of the weekend should be mainly dry.
We are closely monitoring the lake level and will update this message with further information later this afternoon. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 16:42
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high at the Lodore gauge. The area at risk of flooding will be low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. The Lake level will rise following todays heavy rain, however we do not expect the level to reach Flood warning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 13:01
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high at the Lodore gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The area at risk of flooding will be low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Please avoid using low lying footpaths around the lake and near local watercourses. The levels will remain high due to the forecast for further widespread rain moving into the county this morning, spreading north and east through the day, with some heavy bursts expected at times. A drier day on Wednesday follows before a further rain passes through the county on Thursday. Largest accumulations are expected over high ground. Outbreaks of rain are possible on Friday a more settled and drier day on Saturday.
This message will be updated on 15/01/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 12:39
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high at the Lodore gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The area at risk of flooding will be low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Heavy showers are expected this afternoon and will clear the area later this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated on 14/01/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 17:11
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high at the Lodore gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The area at risk of flooding will be low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. The lake level will continue to fall overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 11:15
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
The level of Derwent Water remains high at the Lodore gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The area at risk of flooding will be low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwent Water and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site. Heavy showers over Sunday morning will clear quickly and the lake levels will continue to fall over the day. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 14:06
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Lake levels have risen at the Lodore river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We expect lake levels to continue to rise until approximately 22:00 on 11/01/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 18:58
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are continuing to recede today Sunday, 22nd December 2019. The forecast is for very little rain in the area today and we expect river and lake levels to continue to drop and fall below flood alert levels. Standing water is possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning - Monday 23 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 08:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are continuing to recede today, Sunday 22 December 2019. The forecast is for very little rain in the area today and we expect the lake and river levels to continue to drop. Flooding remains possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 22 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 16:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels continue to recede but remain high today, Saturday 21 December 2019. The forecast is for very little rain in the area today and we expect the lake and river levels to continue to drop. Flooding remains possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 22 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 08:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are steadily receding but remain high today, Saturday 21 December 2019. The forecast is for very little rain in the area today and we expect the lake and river levels to continue to drop. Flooding remains possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon, Saturday 21 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 16:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
River and lake levels are receding but are expected to remain raised overnight Friday 20 December 2019 into Saturday 21 December 2019. There is still some rain forecast for the area overnight, but totals are small and so we expect the level to continue to drop. Flooding remains possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 21 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 10:40
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Little further rain is forecast for today, Friday 20 December 2019 but river and lake levels remain high. Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated this afternoon - Friday 20 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 17:17
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Further rain is forecast tonight - Thursday 19 December 2019, which will keep river and lake levels high. Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas. High river and lake levels are possible in the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning - Friday 20 December 2019, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 09:31
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Following heavy rain yesterday, river and lake levels have risen above flood alert levels. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas will be at risk from flooding. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 15:57
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level continues to recede, but with further rain forecast for tonight, river and lake levels are forecast to rise again. Whilst flooding to low lying land and roads is possible, we do not forecast river or lake levels to reach flood warning levels. Low lying land and roads will be at risk from flooding in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 09:56
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level continues to recede but with further rain forecast this afternoon and overnight river and lake levels are forecast to rise again later today. Whilst flooding to low lying land and roads is possible, we do not forecast for rivers or lake levels to reach Flood Warning levels. Low lying land and roads will be at risk from flooding in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2019 07:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is for it to be relatively dry, although we may experience some localised showers throughout the day. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2019 08:20
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is for it to be relatively dry, although we may experience some localised showers throughout the day. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2019 08:14
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is for it to be relatively dry, although we may experience some localised showers throughout the day. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 09:45
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level although receding, remains high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast continues to be unsettled with the potential for showers throughout today. We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 09:47
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake, river and beck levels remain high but will continue to fall during today following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast continues to be unsettled with showers expected later today and overnight so we will continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 10:26
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake, river and beck levels remain high but will continue to fall during today. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The forecast is dry and bright for today with further rain expected this evening so we will continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 09:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake, river and beck levels have peaked but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The heavy rain has now cleared the area and only scattered showers are expected today and into tomorrow and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2019 15:21
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake, river and beck levels have peaked but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying footpaths, land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The heavy rain has now cleared the area and only scattered showers are expected today and into tomorrow and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2019 10:37
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high following yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The heavy rain has now cleared the area and only scattered showers are expected today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 19:08
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of todays rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. The rain is forecast to clear the area at approximately 8pm this evening 10/12/2019. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow, 11/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 10:32
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of yesterdays rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas is possible. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Heavy rain showers are forecast for today, Tuesday 10/12/2019, keeping river and lake levels high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated later today, 10/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2019 16:59
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. A band of heavy rain is forecast to affect the catchment for much of Tuesday 10/12/2019. This means the lake level will remain high. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2019 10:30
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Monday will be a dry day but further heavy rain is forecast for Tuesday 10/12/2019. This means the lake level will remain high. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated later today, 09/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2019 10:02
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwentwater Lake level remains high as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwentwater and their tributaries. Further showers are forecast throughout today (08/12/2019). This means the lake level will remain high throughout today and early next week. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2019 19:12
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. A band of heavy rain will affect the area this evening and into the early hours of tomorrow (08/12/2019). This means the lake level will remain high for the remainder of the weekend. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 08/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2019 09:50
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. A band of heavy rain will affect the area this evening and into the early hours of tomorrow (08/12/2019). This means the lake level will remain high for the remainder of the weekend. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated later today 07/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2019 14:51
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level remains high as a result of todays heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible throughout today and into tomorrow. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries. Further showers are forecast for the remainder of the day which will result in Derwent Water Lake level remaining high into tomorrow 07/12/2019. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 07/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2019 06:41
Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck
Derwent Water Lake level has risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads, footpaths and farmland is possible throughout today and into tomorrow. Low lying land and roads in the Seatoller, Stonethwaite, Rosthwaite, Grange-in-Borrowdale and Derwent Water shoreline areas are at risk. High Lake and river levels are possible on the River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck, Watendlath Beck, Derwent Water and their tributaries.
Further showers are forecast throughout today which will result in Derwent Water Lake level remaining high throughout today and into tomorrow. We continue to closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near Derwent Water Lake and other local watercourses.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.