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Flood Alert Info - Rivers Esk and Irthing

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Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton.
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 17 Oct 2024 08:40
River Esk, River Irthing
Following heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible until Friday morning 18/10/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads near the Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. We advise that you monitor local water levels and weather conditions and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 06:11
River Esk, River Irthing
Heavy rainfall in the early hours have caused rising river levels, which may lead to flooding of land and road. Flooding is possible from 6:00 AM on 23/08/2024. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the morning and no flood warnings are expected. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:00am 24/8/24 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 13:20
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, we are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 17:03
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to overnight rainfall on Monday 09/04/24. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding is possible from early morning on Tuesday 09/04/2024 and throughout the day, however we do not expect any flooding to properties. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are clearing debris screens in the area. 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 Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 21:06
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding is possible at Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton from 5:00 PM on 23/01/2024. The Rivers Esk and Irthing are expected to remain high today (23/01/2024) and overnight, however we do not expect any further flooding to properties. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 16:56
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are rising steadily on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding is possible at Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton from 5:00 PM on 23/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast this evening. The Rivers Esk and Irthing are expected to remain high today (23/01/2024) however we do not expect any further flooding to properties. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 08:44
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to Storm Isha. Flooding is possible at the Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton on 22/01/2024. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day. River levels are expected to remain high. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 02:03
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding is possible at Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton from 1:30 AM on 22/01/2024. Further light rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are rising steadily, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 17:22
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are rising on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall which will continue until late on Sunday the 21st of January.   Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Avoid using low 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 27 Dec 2023 15:54
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding remains possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening, and river levels are expected to remain high. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:10
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Flooding is possible from the early hours of the morning on Wednesday 27/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, and river levels are expected to remain high. Flood warnings are possible. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2023 23:28
River Esk, River Irthing
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 14:45
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid walking or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00am on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Jul 2023 16:50
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are expected to rise on the Rivers Esk and Irthing, due to persistent rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening 31/07/2023 and into tomorrow morning 01/08/2023. 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 01/08/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 19:37
River Esk, River Irthing
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2023 06:04
River Esk, River Irthing
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 5 Oct 2022 09:11
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast this morning which may cause river levels to remain high throughout the day. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. 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 06/10/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 16:08
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen during today, Sunday 20/02/2022, on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, particularly around Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton during today and overnight. The forecast is for some more rain in the area and therefore river levels are expected to continue to rise for a few hours but we are not currently expecting properties to flood. We are clearing debris screens and checking watercourses for blockages and we continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 06:47
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, particularly around Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton during today 31/12/2021. The forecast for today is to be drier and therefore river levels will start to recede. Further showery rainfall is forecast throughout tomorrow (Saturday) but we do not expect any further flooding impacts. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and we continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 09:53
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to last nights heavy rainfall. River levels are forecast to fall throughout the day. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. The forecast is mostly dry from today, 01/12/2021. 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 30 Nov 2021 20:53
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. River levels will be at their highest between 02:30 AM and 10:00 AM on 01/12/2021. Areas most at risk include Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. The forecast is dry from tomorrow, 01/12/2021 and river levels are forecast to begin falling. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/12/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 20:05
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain stable but high on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to the persistent rainfall. Flooding will continue to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. We are clearing debris from 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 tomorrow 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 06:23
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to persistent rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. Further rain is forecast until Friday 29/10/21 and therefore levels are expected to remain high. We are clearing debris from 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 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 15:16
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen on the Rivers Esk and Irthing due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Esk and Irthing, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. We are clearing debris from 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 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:29
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have fallen but are expected to rise again at the Canonbie river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2021 20:52
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Canonbie river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 19:12
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are falling but remain high at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, 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 clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:56
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are falling but remain high at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, 21/01/21, and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:40
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are high but steady at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of Storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. River levels are expected to fall but further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday and into Thursday morning and as such still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:00
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are rising at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:45 Today, 19/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 20:21
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Greenholme river gauge on the River Irthing as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 20:30 and 23:00 today 25/08/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We are not expecting the situation to escalate and therefore do not envisage issuing any subsequent flood warnings. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 to 8 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until early tomorrow morning 26/08/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2020 20:31
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Greenholme river gauge now the band of rain has passed over the catchment. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/07/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2020 15:06
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. The heaviest of the rain has now passed over the area with only light showers expected this afternoon. This message will be updated within the next 8 hours, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:18
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high and further rain and / or snow is forecast overnight. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and low lying farmland remains. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:56
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high as a result of recent persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated later today, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:59
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of recent persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying farmland is expected to continue. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated later tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 07:45
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Greenholme river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying farmland is expected throughout the day. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated later today, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 18:16
River Esk, River Irthing
Following the recent rainfall, river levels remain high but are starting to fall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to begin to fall later this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 07:44
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have started to rise following overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue today, 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to begin to fall later this afternoon and evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:59
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected this evening, 19/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning We expect river levels to remain high through tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/20 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 10:27
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Greenholme river gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas will be affected. Levels are high on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Further light rainfall is forecast today 16/02/2020, we expect river levels to continue to fall. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 04:19
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high through Sunday 16/02/20. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 18:32
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. Low lying land and roads are at risk in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high this evening and overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 10:03
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Greenholme river gauge on the River Irthing as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding roads and farmland is expected during today, 09/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. Flood water could be deep and fast flowing, and therefore pose a risk to life. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3-4 hours clearing over the afternoon. We expect river levels to remain high until later today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. This message will be updated.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 15:24
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Canonbie river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/01/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 20:53
River Esk, River Irthing
River levels have risen at the Greenholme river gauge. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Gilsland, Lanercost, Brampton, Irthington, Castle Carrock, Newby East, Longtown and Rockcliffe areas. High river levels are possible on the River Irthing, Cam Beck, Brampton Beck, Castle Carrock Beck, River Gelt, River Lyne, Border Esk, Lochinvar Beck, Rockcliffe Beck and their tributaries. The heavy rainfall has now passed over Cumbria, with only scattered showers expected for tomorrow, 11/12/2019 We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/12/2019, or as the situation changes.