Flood Alert Info - Middle River Eden
Area Description
River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
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 16 Oct 2024 18:11
River Eden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible overnight tonight and into tomorrow 17/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
As a result of rainfall and forecasted rainfall, river levels will continue to rise through the morning. We do not expect levels to reach Flood Warning.
We are in the area checking debris screens to ensure watercourses remain clear.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 11:39
River Eden
River levels on the Middle River Eden are now expected to fall through today, Thursday 23/05/24, following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden. Some further rainfall is forecast today, Thursday 23/05/2024. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 07:38
River Eden
River levels are peaking on the Middle River Eden and are expected to fall for the remainder of the day. Further showers are expected throughout today with another band of rain on Tuesday. This means levels will remain higher than normal and will rise again during Tuesday afternoon.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
We are continuing to monitor 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 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 01:37
River Eden
River levels are expected to remain high on the Middle River Eden.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
Flooding is possible at River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden from 1:30 AM on 22/01/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
River levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to properties 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 18:28
River Eden
River levels are rising on the Middle River Eden due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening of Sunday the 21st of January which may lead to us issuing flood warnings.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:07
River Eden
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Middle River Eden due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden. 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 10:00 AM on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 16:07
River Eden
River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Middle River Eden due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden. 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 16:10
River Eden
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Middle River Eden due to Storm Gerrit.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
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 18:44
River Eden
River levels are rising on the Middle River Eden due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
Further heavy showers are forecast throughout this evening which will keep river levels high.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 17:18
River Eden
River levels are high on the Middle River Eden.
Areas most at risk include River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
River levels are expected to remain high at the Eden Valley Flows; Great Corby; gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 12:35
River Eden
River levels are rising on the Middle River Eden due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and throughout the evening.
River levels are high at the Eden Valley Flows; Great Corby gauge.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid walking or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 20/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 21:39
River Eden
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 16:26
River Eden
River levels have risen on the Lower River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the Middle River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden. Flooding is possible from 04:15 PM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon. River levels are high and forecast to rise further and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Monday morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 06:36
River Eden
River levels have risen overnight on the Middle River Eden due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding of low lying land and roads is forecast to affect locations near the Middle River Eden, particularly around River Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden during today 31/12/21. 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 27 Oct 2021 18:02
River Eden
River levels remain high at the Eden Valley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/10/2021 and for the next few days because further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high and 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 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 08:47
River Eden
River levels are rising at the Eden Valley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/10/2021 and for the next few days because further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high and 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 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 09:03
River Eden
River levels are high but steady at the Eden Valley 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 Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow 30/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 11:32
River Eden
River levels have risen at the Eden Valley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between today, 28/03/2021 and tomorrow, 29/03/2021. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high.
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 29/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 08:05
River Eden
River levels have risen at the Eden Valley river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. Rainfall is clearing away through this morning, 11/03/2021, and will leave further showers. River levels will remain high until this rain has passed. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are clearing debris screens. Please avoid contact with floodwater and avoid low-lying roads and footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 09:18
River Eden
River levels have risen at the Great Corby and Eden Valley river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Further rain is forecast today and levels will remain high into the afternoon. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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 this afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 14:22
River Eden
River levels are expected to rise at the Eden Valley river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall throughout Friday 18/12/2020. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and into Saturday 19/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 15:44
River Eden
River levels are peaking at the Eden Valley river gauge following last night’s heavy rainfall. The level is expected to remain high into this evening and overnight, Monday 02/11/2020. There remains a risk of flooding of low lying and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels remain on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries Further rainfall expected tonight means levels may rise again but are not currently expected to reach levels which we experienced last night. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow 03/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 09:49
River Eden
River levels are peaking at the Eden Valley river gauge following last night’s heavy rainfall. The level is expected to remain high into this afternoon, Monday 02/11/2020. There remains a risk of flooding of low lying and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels remain on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries Further rainfall expected today means levels may rise again but are not currently expected to reach levels which we experienced last night. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated later today 02/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:19
River Eden
River levels have risen at the Eden Valley 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 Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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 24 Feb 2020 16:27
River Eden
River levels on the Middle Eden continue to rise slowly in response to this mornings showers and snow melt. We are not expecting river levels to reach flood warning levels. There remains the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid 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 Eden
River levels remain high on the River Eden and with further rain or snow forecast today 24/02/2020, we expect them to remain high or begin to rise again. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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 19:18
River Eden
River levels remain high on the River Eden and with further rain or snow forecast overnight 23/02/2020, we expect them to remain high or begin to rise again. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to fall over the next few hours and then rise again tomorrow afternoon, 24/02/20. 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 Eden
Following further heavy rain, river levels remain high on the Lower River Eden. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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 17:22
River Eden
Following further heavy rain showers, river levels remain high on the Lower River Eden. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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 07:36
River Eden
River levels have risen at the Great Corby river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 07:30 and 19:30 today, 22/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to rise until 12:45 on 22/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 22/02/2020, by 20:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 17:24
River Eden
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 Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 07:43
River Eden
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 Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:30
River Eden
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to begin this evening 19/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout 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, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:06
River Eden
River levels have now peaked and will continue to recede this afternoon and overnight. River levels continue to remain high and consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland remains at risk. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are likely on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high this afternoon and overnight and we continue to closely monitor the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 09:08
River Eden
River levels remain high on the River Eden at the Great Corby river gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas will be affected. Further light rainfall is forecast today 16/2/20. We expect river levels to peak this morning. 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 22:52
River Eden
River levels have risen in the Eden valley as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is likely overnight Saturday 15/02/2020 into Sunday. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are likely on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday, 16/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. 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 12:33
River Eden
River levels are forecast to rise in the Eden valley as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from mid afternoon today, 15/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday, 16/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 15/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 17:03
River Eden
River levels are forecast to rise at the Great Corby river gauge as a result of predicted heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between Saturday the 08/02/20 and Sunday the 09/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday the 09/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 18:23
River Eden
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 18:39
River Eden
River levels are forecast to rise in response to today's rain. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Langwathby, Skirwith, Melmerby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Brocklewath, Wetheral and Warwick Bridge areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Skirwith Beck, Melmerby Beck, Harrow Beck, Raven Beck, Cairn Beck, Trout Beck and their tributaries.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/12/19 or as the situation changes.