Flood Alert Info - Upper River Eden

Area Description

River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby.

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 issued on 17 Oct 2024 10:00

River Eden

Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible, areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. River levels have now peaked and will start to recede during today, the Flood Warning is no longer in force for Appleby and Bolton and all floodgates in Appleby have now been opened. Whilst river levels remain high, we advise you avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated later today 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 08:46

River Eden

Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 16:12

River Eden

Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. As a result of rainfall and forecasted rainfall, river levels will continue to rise through this afternoon, evening and overnight. We will be operating the flood defences at Appleby as a contingency measure and will monitor river levels this evening as further rainfall is forecast. Whilst we are uncertain of the exact impacts of the rainfall, it is likely the river Eden will spill onto the road along The Sands. We are keeping the Appleby Emergency Response Group updated with forecasts and if necessary, will issue a Flood Warning and further information this evening. We advise that you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. If you have a flood plan, make preparations, and 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 26 Sep 2024 16:37

River Eden

Rivers remain high following heavy rainfall today 26/09/2024 but will start to fall this evening and overnight. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 08:22

River Eden

Rivers levels are high following persistent heavy rainfall overnight. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Further showers are expected but we do not expect to issue the Flood Warning. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 26/09/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 10:43

River Eden

River levels on the Upper River Eden are expected to peak this morning, Thursday 23/05/24, following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. No property flooding is expected but 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 23 May 2024 10:11

River Eden

River levels on the Upper River Eden are expected to peak this morning, Thursday 20/05/24, following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. No property flooding is expected but 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 May 2024 16:25

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall today, Wednesday 22/05/2024. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. No property flooding is expected but further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight Wednesday 22/05/2024 and throughout tomorrow 23/05/2024. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2024 16:45

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise on the Upper River Eden 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 Upper River Eden from the early morning on Saturday 06/04/2024, and through the weekend. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning with further showers to follow which will keep river levels high. No property flooding is expected. 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 13 Mar 2024 14:40

River Eden

River levels are rising steadily on the Upper River Eden due to last night’s rainfall and the rain this morning. Further rain is forecast throughout the afternoon and overnight. We are currently expecting the River Eden to peak around 9pm and are not expecting to issue any further flood warnings at this time. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 14:29

River Eden

River levels are rising steadily on the Upper River Eden due last nights rainfall and the rain this morning. Further rain is forecast throughout the afternoon and overnight. We are currently expecting the River Eden to peak around 9pm and are not expecting to issue any further flood warnings at this time. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 21:17

River Eden

River levels will remain high overnight following recent rainfall and storm Jocelyn. There will also be occasional showers through the night. We are not currently expecting to issue any flood warnings. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Flooding is possible at River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. However we do not expect any flooding to properties. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 15:08

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Flooding is possible at River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from 3:00 PM on 23/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon into the evening. The Upper River Eden is expected to remain high today (23/01/2024), however we do not expect any flooding to properties. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 01:35

River Eden

River levels are high on the Upper River Eden. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Flooding is possible at River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from 01:00 on 22/01/2024. Further light rainfall is forecast overnight and into the new week. River levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to properties remains. We are deploying pumps, people and equipment in Appleby. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 11:40

River Eden

River levels are expected to rise throughout the day due to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible from the River Eden and other watercourses from 4:00 PM on Sunday 21/01/2024 into Monday 22/01/2024. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday afternoon and evening, with strong winds. River levels are rising steadily at the Appleby, Great Musgrave Bridge and Kirkby Stephen 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 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2024 16:41

River Eden

River levels will rise steadily on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible from the River Eden and other watercourses from 2:30 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 Appleby, Great Musgrave Bridge and Kirkby Stephen 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 30 Dec 2023 18:28

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise on the Upper River Eden due to today’s, 30/12/2023, rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Flooding is possible at River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from 20:30 PM on 30/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. River levels will rise steadily, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:07

River Eden

River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Upper River Eden due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. 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 16:11

River Eden

River levels are high and forecast to remain high on the Upper River Eden due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. 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 Upper River Eden due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. 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 17:09

River Eden

River levels remain high on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. The Flood Alert will remain in place overnight as further heavy showers are forecast which will keep river levels high. Areas most at flood risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside. 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, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 14:29

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at flood risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from 2:30pm on 13/11/2023. Further heavy showers are forecast throughout this afternoon and into 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 on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 14:22

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to Storm Babet. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. 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 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 14:10

River Eden

River levels have risen on the Upper River Eden due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses avoid walking 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 13 Mar 2023 06:10

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. 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 11 Jan 2023 17:00

River Eden

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 10 Jan 2023 15:21

River Eden

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 19:50

River Eden

River levels remain high on the Upper River Eden due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Further rainfall is forecast overnight, 20/02/2022. River levels will remain high. Currently, the levels are forecasted to peak below the flood warning level. We will continue to closely monitor the forecast and river levels and will update 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 tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:26

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall overnight into this morning, 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk are locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from this morning, 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast through today, 20/02/2022. River levels will continue to rise. Currently, the levels are forecasted to peak below the flood warning level. However, we will continue to closely monitor the forecast and river levels and will update this alert if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:30 pm on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 19:19

River Eden

River levels are forecast to begin rising on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall overnight into Sunday morning 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk are locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from the early morning on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast through Sunday 20/02/2022. River levels are forecast to rise. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2022 17:05

River Eden

River levels are rising on the Upper River Eden. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Further rainfall is forecast this evening (05/02/2022) 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 morning (06/02/2022), or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 11:46

River Eden

River levels are now falling at Appleby and are expected to fall steadily throughout the day as rainfall eases. No property flooding is expected. We expect that this Flood Alert will remain in place until later today.

Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 16:16

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise overnight on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible and could affect locations near the Upper River Eden, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby from 03:00 AM on 31/12/2021. Further showery rainfall is forecast throughout Friday and the weekend 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, the 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2021 20:54

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. River levels will be at their highest between 02:00 AM and 08:00 AM on 01/12/2021. Areas most at risk include River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. The forecast is dry for from tomorrow, 01/12/2021 and river levels are forecast to drop. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/12/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 18:04

River Eden

River levels remain high at the Upper Eden river gauges as a result of recent persistent rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible from Wednesday 27/10/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying areas in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 29/10/21 as further heavy rain is forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/10/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 08:48

River Eden

River levels have risen and are forecast to rise further at the Upper Eden river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday 26/10/21 and overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible from midday Wednesday 27/10/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying areas in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. The river is currently forecast to peak close to but below the Flood Warning threshold, but we are monitoring the situation. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 29/10/21 as further heavy rain is forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/10/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 16:24

River Eden

River levels are high on the Upper River Eden due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Upper River Eden, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Eden and other watercourses, from Kirkby Stephen to Temple Sowerby including low lying areas around Brough, Warcop, Great Ormside and Appleby. Further rainfall is forecast until 09:00 PM on Tuesday. We will continue to monitor levels closely but we do not expect any flooding to properties. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 09:03

River Eden

River levels are high but steady at the Appleby 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours but gradually clearing. We expect river levels to begin falling at around 09:00 on 29/03/2021. 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 10:26

River Eden

River levels have peaked upstream at Kirkby Stephen and the levels are forecast to peak around midday at the Appleby river gauge. The levels are expected to fall until into the evening but with heavy rain expected over night the levels will begin to rise again from around 21:00 28/3/21. We are not currently expecting the level to reach Flood Warning or impact the Sands area at this time. The risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains. Flooding is expected to affect low lying areas in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 29/03/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Mar 2021 16:38

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible from 06:00 hours on, 28/03/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying areas in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. The river is forecast to peak below the operation of flood gates threshold and will not reach the Flood Warning threshold. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday 30/03/21 as further heavy rain is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, 28/03/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 16:26

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge during early Saturday morning as a result of persistent heavy rainfall expected overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. The level of the Eden is not expected to get as high as it did earlier in the week but will remain high until 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 tomorrow morning, 13/03/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 06:05

River Eden

River levels have risen at the Appleby 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast into this morning, 11/03/2021, before clearing away leaving 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 by this afternoon, 11/03/2021, or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 12:22

River Eden

River levels are have risen overnight at the Appleby gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The rain has now eased and levels will fall throughout the day, 24/02/2021. Further showers are forecast today and the river levels are expected to rise again this evening. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 later today, 24/02/2021.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 19:55

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from today 23/02/21 and tomorrow, 24/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 19:21

River Eden

River levels have risen at the Appleby river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between tonight, 20/02/21 and tomorrow, 21/02/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. The rainfall is forecast to stop tonight, 20/02/21 and river levels are likely to fall overnight. 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 20 Jan 2021 18:25

River Eden

River levels are rising at the Appleby river gauge as a result of continued rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:00 today, 20/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to rise until 04:30 am on 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 18:00

River Eden

River levels are rising at the Appleby river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:30 today, 19/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to rise until 01:15 am on 20/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing debris screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 09:23

River Eden

River levels are have risen overnight at the Appleby river gauge as a result of Storm Bella. Rainfall has now eased and levels are forecast to start falling throughout the day Sunday 27/12/20. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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, Monday 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 18:02

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of Storm Bella. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 01:00 and 05:00 tomorrow, Sunday 27/12/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are not expecting the situation to escalate and therefore do not envisage issuing any subsequent flood warnings. We expect river levels to rise until 05:00 on 27/12/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 14:22

River Eden

River levels are expected to rise at the Appleby 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 15 Nov 2020 19:15

River Eden

River levels have risen at the Kirkby Stephen river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 19:15 this evening. Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over overnight tonight and in tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020. 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 by 10 am tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 15:44

River Eden

River levels have now peaked at the Appleby river gauge as a result of last night’s heavy rainfall. We expect the River Eden to continue falling throughout the afternoon to roughly 1.5m by early evening of Monday 02/11/2020. There is a forecast for further rain tonight and potential for the river level to rise again in the early hours of tomorrow morning 03/11/2020, however we are not currently expecting to reach the Flood Warning Level. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels continue on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 09:53

River Eden

River levels have now peaked at the Appleby river gauge as a result of last night’s heavy rainfall. We expect the River Eden to continue falling throughout the day to roughly 1.5m by early afternoon of Monday 02/11/2020. However, there is a forecast for further rain today and potential for the river level to rise again in the early hours of tomorrow morning 03/11/2020. A Flood alert is possible but we are not currently expecting to reach the Flood Warning Level. There remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels continue on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:19

River Eden

River levels have risen at the Appleby 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 27 Aug 2020 19:12

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of tonight’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are monitoring the situation and do not expect to reach Flood Warning levels. The river is expected to peak at 2.1m at around 08:00 tomorrow morning. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 28/8/20 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 18:00

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of predicted heavy rainfall overnight Saturday 14/03/20 and into Sunday 15/03/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. 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, 15/03/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:27

River Eden

River levels on the Upper 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 at Appleby are expected to rise this morning, 24/02/2020, due to forecast rain and / or snow. There remains the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 this afternoon, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:17

River Eden

River levels at Appleby are falling but are expected to rise tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, due to forecast rain and / or snow overnight tonight. There remains the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:56

River Eden

River levels at Appleby are responding to recent rainfall and are expected to rise over the day on Sunday 23/02/2020. Currently we expect the river to peak at 1.8m, which is below the flood warning level, between 1pm and 2pm today. There remains the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. This will cause river levels to rise tomorrow morning. 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 later today, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:23

River Eden

Currently, river levels at Appleby are falling and are expected to continue to fall in to the early hours of Sunday 23/02/2020. There remains the risk of flooding of roads and low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Tonight we are expecting between 20mm and 40mm of rainfall. This will cause river levels to rise tomorrow morning. 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, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 09:58

River Eden

River levels remain high at Appleby River gauge as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, some flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Persistent overnight rainfall has now cleared the area and river levels are now beginning to fall. We then expect rivers to be back to normal range by Saturday afternoon, 22/02/2020. We are closely monitoring 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 later today 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 18:18

River Eden

We are expecting it to be windy tonight with further spells of rain. Consequently, some flooding of roads and low lying land remains tonight, 21/02/2020 into tomorrow 22/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We expect rivers to be at their maximum overnight between 01:30am and 02:30am on the 22/02/2020. We then expect rivers to be back to normal range by late Saturday morning. We are closely monitoring 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 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 08:56

River Eden

River levels have fallen overnight at the Appleby river gauge but with further rainfall forecast on Friday 21/02/20, levels will again start to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 21/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring 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 this afternoon, 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 17:29

River Eden

River levels continue to remain high at the Appleby river gauge following overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land may be expected today, 20/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. River levels are forecast to fall later this evening. We are closely monitoring 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, 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 at the Appleby river gauge 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. River levels are forecast to fall later this afternoon and evening. We are closely monitoring 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 this afternoon, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:28

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas are expected to be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning. We expect river levels to remain high through tomorrow 20/02/20. We are closely monitoring 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, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 15:49

River Eden

River levels have now peaked and will continue to recede during today. Low lying land and roads may still be affected and a Flood Alert remains in force. Low lying land and roads are still likely to be affected in Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels remain on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We continue to closely monitor the situation and the flood gates in Appleby will be opened later today 16/02/20. Please continue to be aware of flooding to low lying roads near rivers and plan driving routes to avoid areas which may still be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:45

River Eden

River Eden levels remain high at the Appleby river gauge. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas will be affected. Further light rainfall is forecast today 16/02/2020. We expect river levels to peak at around 10.30 this morning. We are closely monitoring the situation and the Flood warning for Appleby Sands area and Bolton were issued earlier this morning. This message will be updated later today or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 22:44

River Eden

River levels have risen as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible for the remainder of today, 15/02/2020, continuing into tomorrow, Sunday 16/02/20. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and have issued Flood Warnings for the Appleby Sands area and Bolton this evening. Our incident response staff have closed floodgates in Appleby this afternoon and have a temporary pump at Holme Street, Appleby. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:18

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from mid afternoon today, 15/02/2020. Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and are likely to issue Flood Warnings for the Appleby Sands area and Bolton this evening. Our incident response staff will be closing floodgates in Appleby this afternoon and have a temporary pump at Holme Street, Appleby. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 16:58

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby 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 Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 at the Kirkby Stephen and Appleby river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible.Low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas may be affected. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland 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 21:38

River Eden

The heavy rainfall has now cleared the County and river levels are now falling at the Kirkby Stephen and Great Musgrave gauges and are peaking at the Appleby gauge. 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 18:25

River Eden

River levels have risen in response to today's rainfall. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast this evening until around 8pm. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2019 18:42

River Eden

River levels are forecast to rise at the Appleby river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas affected will be low lying land and roads in the Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Brough, Warcop, Great Asby, Great Ormside, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Bolton, Crosby Ravensworth and Morland areas. High river levels are possible on the River Eden, Scandal Beck, Swindale Beck, Crooks Beck, Asby Beck, River Lyvennet, Morland Beck and their tributaries. A band of heavy rain is forecast to affect the catchment from 22:00 hrs this evening (07/12/2019) to the early hours of tomorrow morning (08/12/2019). Water levels are forecast to peak at approximately 06:30 hrs on Sunday 08/12/2019. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 08/12/2019, or as the situation changes.