Flood Alert Info - Rivers Lowther and Eamont
Area Description
Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 08:46
River Lowther, River Eamont
Heavy rainfall overnight has caused river and lake levels in the area to remain high and cause flooding to low lying land and roads. The forecast is now improving meaning levels with fall throughout today 23/08/2024.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 07:17
River Lowther, River Eamont
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 22/8/24 into tomorrow morning 23/8/24.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
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.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2024 16:32
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are forecast to rise on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall overnight on Friday 05/05/2024, in the lead up to Storm Kathleen.
Flooding is possible to low lying land near the Rivers Eamont and Lowther from Friday night into the weekend.
No property flooding is expected.
Following the overnight rainfall further showers are forecast over the weekend and so 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 plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on Saturday 06/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 15:48
River Lowther, River Eamont
River land lake levels remain high but are beginning to fall following a relatively dry day today.
Flooding has affected low lying land near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont and Ullswater. No further flooding to fields and roads is expected in the next few days, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
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
River Lowther, River Eamont
Levels remain high overnight on Ullswater and the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to yesterday’s rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
The situation is improving with apart from the odd shower it should be largely dry today, Wednesday 24/01/2024.
We are continuing to monitor levels closely and out staff have been out clearing grids and debris screens as some further frontal rain is forecast for the period later on Thursday 25/01/2024 over into Friday 26/01/2024.
Avoid using low 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 21:09
River Lowther, River Eamont
Levels will remain high overnight on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to recent rainfall and storm Jocelyn.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
We are continuing 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 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 07:43
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are remaining high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to recent rainfall. Today Tuesday 23/01/23 we have a further band of rain with Storm Jocelyn that will cause these levels to rise again throughout the afternoon and evening.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
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 18:20
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are remaining high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to rainfall from Storm Isha. Flooding affecting locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont and Ullswater. Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. Further light rainfall is forecast overnight, with further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn on Tuesday. Lake levels are expected to remain high at the Pooley bridge; Steamer Pier gauge. We will continue to monitor river and lake levels closely. River and lake levels may start to fall but are forecast to remain 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 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 08:36
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are remaining high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Isha.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
We will continue to monitor river levels closely.
River levels are forecast to remain 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 5:00 PM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 02:44
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby from 2:00 AM on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
The Rivers Lowther and Eamont remain high but are beginning to fall today (22/01/2024) and we do not expect any further flooding to properties.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 11:41
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain steady on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Rivers Lowther, Eamont and other watercourses from 4:00 PM on Sunday 21/01/2024 into Monday 22/01/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels at the Pooley Bridge and Dacre Bridge gauges 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.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2024 16:49
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising steadily on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible from the Rivers Lowther, Eamont and other watercourses from 01:30 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 Pooley Bridge and Dacre Bridge gauges.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:25
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont and around Ullswater due to the recent rainfall, we are expecting showers to continue throughout today, 31/12/2023 and overnight tonight. Further rainfall is also forecast throughout Monday and Tuesday keeping levels high. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 1/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 17:00
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to the rainfall throughout today, 30/12/2023. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont. Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby from 09:00 PM on 30/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the next few days. River and lake levels are expected to remain high at the Pooley Bridge gauge. We will continue to monitor rainfall, river and lake levels closely. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. 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 09:59
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to recent heavy rainfall. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day today (29/12/2023) and tonight, with heavy persistent rainfall expected on Saturday which will fall onto saturated ground.
Flooding is affecting locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
We are monitoring rainfall, river and lake levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:07
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. Blustery showers are expected throughout today (Thursday, 28/12/2023) and river levels are expected to remain high with flooding possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 16:25
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. Flooding is possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening, and river levels are expected to remain high.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:11
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Gerrit.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
Flooding is possible from the early hours of the morning on Wednesday 27/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, and river levels are expected to remain high. Flood warnings are possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 16:56
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Debi. The Flood Alert will remain in place overnight as further heavy showers are forecast which will keep river and lake levels high.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
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 13:54
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to Storm Debi.
Flooding is possible at Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby from 02:00 PM on 13/11/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
River levels are expected to remain high this afternoon on 13/11/2023.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 10:00
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
River levels are high at the Bampton Grange; Dacre Beck; Eamont Bridge; Eamont Bridge Farm; Glenridding Beck; Glenridding Pier; Pooley bridge; Steamer Pier, Pooley Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 17:13
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
Further showery rain is forecast throughout the evening.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 08:13
River Lowther, River Eamont
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 13 Mar 2023 06:10
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
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 15 Jan 2023 19:33
River Lowther, River Eamont
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2023 16:33
River Lowther, River Eamont
Periods of heavy rain are expected across the area over the course of the week. With levels in watercourses already high and the ground saturated, flooding is possible. Flood warnings will be issued if required. Please stay tuned to local weather forecasts for further information.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2023 11:11
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are expected to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont. The forecast rainfall over today, Sunday 8th of January, and tomorrow will keep the rivers above the flood alert threshold. Heavy rainfall is forecast on Tuesday which could cause the river levels to rise further.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert and a 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 tomorrow the 9th of January, or as the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 11:23
River Lowther, River Eamont
Rain overnight last night and further rain today, Saturday 7th of January, and tomorrow will cause the river levels to remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby but no property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated on Sunday the 8th of January or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 15:45
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to rainfall on the evening of Friday the 6th into Saturday the 7th of January.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will cause the rivers to remain high.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated on Saturday the 7th of January or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2023 05:18
River Lowther, River Eamont
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2022 19:29
River Lowther, River Eamont
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 18:19
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
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 01/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 09:34
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont. Further rain is forecast for today, 22/02/2022 and we expect levels to remain above flood alert levels. We do not expect property flooding. We are clearing debris from 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 morning, 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:39
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont. No further rain is forecast for today, 21/02/2022 and we expect levels to begin falling. We do not expect property flooding. We are clearing debris from 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 morning, 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 07:29
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby during today Sunday 20/02/2022. Further rain is forecast for today but we do not expect property flooding. 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, Monday, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 06:36
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen overnight on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby 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 Nov 2021 12:20
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are still possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. 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 closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 13:56
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are still possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. Further showers are expected today, Sunday, 31/10/2021, and overnight into Monday, 01/11/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 20:25
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are still possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. A further band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Sunday 31/10/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 31/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 19:20
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are still possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. There is some further rain forecast this evening (29/10/21) and over the weekend and so levels are likely to remain raised. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 30/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 11:10
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. There is some further rain forecast today and over the weekend and so levels are likely to remain raised. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today 29/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 20:12
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain stable but high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to persistent heavy rainfall. Flooding will continue to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 18:04
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to persistent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. Further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/21 and so we expect levels to remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 06:59
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to persistent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. Further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/21 and so we expect levels to remain high. We are monitoring the situation and our staff have been checking defences and unblocking debris screens where needed.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 16:11
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high on the Rivers Lowther and Eamont due to persistent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rivers Lowther and Eamont, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby.
Further rainfall is forecast until 21:00 on Tuesday. 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 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2021 08:59
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high but are beginning to fall at the Pooley Bridge river gauge 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast and we expect lake and river levels 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 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 09:03
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high but steady at Pooley Bridge river gauge 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow 30/03/2021.
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 30/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 07:35
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Bampton Grange river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday 30/03/21 as further rain is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 17:46
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising at the Bampton Grange 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight into tomorrow morning, 11/03/2021. River levels will remain high until this rain has passed. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated by 10 am tomorrow morning, 11/03/2021, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 09:12
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are dropping but remain high today, 26/02/21, after rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. There is little or no rain in the current forecast so we expect levels to continue to recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 18:05
River Lowther, River Eamont
River remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight, 25/02/21, and into tomorrow, 26/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 09:49
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 25/02/21, and tomorrow, 26/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. The forecast is now dry so we expect levels to slowly recede. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 17:30
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high but steady 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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours then forecast to be dry from tomorrow 25/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 11:55
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 24/02/21, and tomorrow, 25/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 17:31
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between today 23/02/21 and tomorrow 24/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 10:28
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Steamer Pier Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today 22/02/21 however more rain is forecast tomorrow 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 09:58
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high but steady at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
No further rainfall is forecast today, 21/02/21, and water levels are expected to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:29
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka 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 20:51
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Dacre Beck river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka 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 19 Jan 2021 18:39
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising at the Bampton Grange river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin from 18:30 today, 19/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing debris screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and lakes and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers and lakes which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:59
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are rising at the Bampton Grange river gauge as a result of Storm Bella. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into tomorrow, Sunday 27/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 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, Sunday 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 10:00
River Lowther, River Eamont
The river level remains high at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow, Tuesday 22/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 10:45
River Lowther, River Eamont
The river level remains high at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, Monday 21/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 10:25
River Lowther, River Eamont
The river level remains high at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow Sunday 20/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 11:42
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of rainfall overnight and today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 11:30 today, 18/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 14:38
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Bampton Grange river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast through the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow 17/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 10:40
River Lowther, River Eamont
Ullswater Lake and surrounding river levels remain higher than normal at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. We are not expecting today's showers to have any impact. We expect that levels will fall throughout today, Tuesday 3/11/20 and over the next few days. Flooding may still be affecting low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. Higher than normal river and lake levels remain possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We continue to monitor the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near lakes and rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 04/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 10:27
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are high but steady at the Pooley Bridge river gauge as a result of last night’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels remain possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is expected today Monday 02/11/2020 and overnight into Tuesday 03/11/2020 . We expect the lake level to remain high into tomorrow 03/11/2020. We continue to monitor the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 03/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 18:26
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Glenridding Beck river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over night and river levels will remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 19:53
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at Glenridding Beck river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today 25/08/20 and overnight into tomorrow 26/08/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is expected overnight and we expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow 26/08/20. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes and avoid low lying footpaths near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 26/08/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 12:08
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at Glenridding Beck river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today 25/08/20 and overnight into tomorrow 26/08/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow 26/08/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes and avoid low lying footpaths near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 07:06
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Brampton Grange river gauge as a result of rainfall overnight. Consequently, these is a risk of flooding. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas may be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. River levels have peaked and will remain steady. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:38
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels remain high following recent heavy rain and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:26
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels remain high following todays showers and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 06:28
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels remain high, and further rain and / or snow is forecast to continue today, 24/02/20. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:17
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels remain high, and further rain and / or snow is forecast overnight tonight 23/02/20. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:57
River Lowther, River Eamont
Following further heavy rain showers, river and lake levels remain high. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:34
River Lowther, River Eamont
Following further heavy rain showers, river and lake levels remain high. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 10:27
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels remain high at as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 18:18
River Lowther, River Eamont
We are expecting it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land remains tonight, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 09:27
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have fallen overnight but with further rainfall forecast on Friday 21/02/20, levels will again start to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 17:34
River Lowther, River Eamont
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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka 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 Lowther, River Eamont
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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka 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 17:43
River Lowther, River Eamont
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 Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas are expected to be affected. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight into tomorrow morning and we expect river levels to remain high through tomorrow 20/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:58
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are receding but remain raised on the River Eamont and Ullswater as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight on Monday into Tuesday 18/02/20. Low lying land and roads may be affected in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:54
River Lowther, River Eamont
River and lake levels are receding but remain high on the River Eamont and Ullswater as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today, Monday 17/02/20. Low lying land and roads may be affected in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, 17/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 16:39
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels are receding but remain high on the River Eamont as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible during today and overnight. Low lying land and roads may be affected in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 10:07
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Pooley Bridge and Bampton Grange river gauges. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas will be affected. River and lake levels are high on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast today 16/02/2020 but river levels will continue 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 23:40
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the River Lowther as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected during this afternoon and overnight tonight. Low lying land and roads may be affected in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high overnight Saturday 15/02/20, into Sunday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 14:39
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen on the River Lowther as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected during this afternoon and overnight tonight. Low lying land and roads may be affected in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high during the remainder of today and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:22
River Lowther, River Eamont
The River Eamont and Ullswater Lake levels remains high but are falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake and along the River Eamont. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 12/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:22
River Lowther, River Eamont
The River Eamont and Ullswater Lake levels remains high but are falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake and along the River Eamont. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon 11/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:18
River Lowther, River Eamont
The River Eamont and Ullswater Lake levels remains high but are falling slowly. This may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake and along the River Eamont. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 08:06
River Lowther, River Eamont
Following yesterday’s rainfall Ullswater Lake level remains high. Wintry showers are forecast throughout the day but the level is expected to fall, however this may still be affecting low lying land and roads around the lake. River and lake levels are falling on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 06:24
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Eamont Bridge Farm river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Affected areas will be low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast until lunch time today 09/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 15:34
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen at the Bampton Grange river gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high overnight on 11/01/2020.
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 21:43
River Lowther, River Eamont
The heavy rainfall has now cleared the County and river levels are now peaking but remain at Flood Alert level. We expect river levels to fall throughout the night. We continue to monitor the situation. The forecast for overnight and tomorrow, 11/12/2019 is for scattered showers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 15:32
River Lowther, River Eamont
River levels have risen in response to today’s rain. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Bampton, Patterdale, Glenridding, Dockray, Pooley Bridge, Dacre, Eamont Bridge and Penrith areas. High river and lake levels are possible on the River Lowther, Haweswater Beck, Goldrill Beck, Grisedale Beck, Glenridding Beck, Aira Beck, Ullswater, River Eamont, Dacre Beck, Thacka Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast for the rest of the evening 10/12/2019, clearing away at approximately 10pm.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.