Flood Alert Info - Upper River Lune
Area Description
River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington.
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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There are no Flood Alerts currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 15:38
River Lune
Heavy rain during Saturday 23/11/2024 may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 4:00 PM on 23/11/2024 as river levels are forecast to rise due to Storm Bert.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lune.
We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 17:13
River Lune
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible when river levels are at their highest from 11:30 PM on 16/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lune, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington.
Further flooding is possible throughout the evening as river levels are expected to remain high due to heavy rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and checking rivers for blockages.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 16:16
River Lune
River levels are rising on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible at locations near the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this afternoon into the evening before the weather front moves away eastwards later this evening.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive 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 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 12:48
River Lune
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha.
Areas most at risk include River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington.
No property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
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 26 Dec 2023 15:53
River Lune
Flood Alert levels are forecast to be reached around Midday on Wednesday 27th December 2023, with river levels peaking in the afternoon. Flood Warnings in this catchment are not currently expected for this rainfall event.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 16:49
River Lune
River levels are rising steadily on the River Lune due to Storm Debi.
Areas most at risk include River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington.
Flooding is possible at River Lune, Rawthey, Dee and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedbergh and Killington from 05:15 PM on 13/11/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2023 13:45
River Lune
River levels are high on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall. Although rainfall will ease throughout the afternoon, river levels will remain high, with further intermittent showers forecast throughout the evening.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 17:18
River Lune
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 17:37
River Lune
River levels are high but steady on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington.
Further rainfall showers are forecast this evening. River levels are expected to remain high but steady.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning on 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:30
River Lune
River levels have risen overnight and during Sunday morning on the River Lune. Flooding is possible around the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington from 08:00 AM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast through Sunday afternoon and river levels will remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this evening, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 19:09
River Lune
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Lune.
Flooding is possible around the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington from 08:00 AM on 20/02/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast through Sunday afternoon.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
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 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 16:40
River Lune
River levels are expected to remain high on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington.
Flooding is possible at River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington from 02:00 AM on 31/12/2021.
River levels are expected to remain high throughout the morning on 31/12/2021.
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 08:00 AM on 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 19:48
River Lune
River levels are high on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible for the next few days. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington. High river levels are likely on the River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington. Further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/2021. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 29/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 13:38
River Lune
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible for the next few days.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington. High river levels are likely on the River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington.
Further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/2021. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated later today 28/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 19:40
River Lune
River levels are remaining high on the River Lune due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening 27/10/21 and for the next few days.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lune, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington.
High river levels are likely on the River Lune, Rawthey and other watercourses from Tebay to Kirkby Lonsdale including Sedburgh and Killington.
Further rainfall is forecast until Friday 29/10/21.
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.
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 28 Mar 2021 20:36
River Lune
River levels have risen at the Killington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected/possible between 20:30 today and 06:00 tomorrow, 29/03/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain main high until 06:00 on 29/03/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 29/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 21:05
River Lune
River levels have risen at the Hornby river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible between 21:00 today 01/11/20, and 01:00 tomorrow, 02/11/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until 06:00 on 01/11/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 20:38
River Lune
River levels have risen at the Killington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible from 21:00 today, 21/02/2020.
Low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 hours and throughout the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and into the morning on 22/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 12:28
River Lune
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Killington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today, Thursday 20/02/20. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Affecting low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and our Preston Incident room is open .
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 06:08
River Lune
River levels have risen at the Killington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible Thursday 20/02/20 from 06:00 affecting low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries Further rainfall is forecast for Thursday Morning
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 this lunchtime, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 00:49
River Lune
River levels are forecast to rise at the Hornby river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00 on 16/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 by 08:00 on 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 18:10
River Lune
River levels have risen at the Killington river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin this evening, 15/02/20. This will affect low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until the morning of 16/02/20.
Our Incident room is currently open and we are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 21:28
River Lune
We expect river levels to reduce overnight Sunday 09/02/20 We are closely monitoring the situation in our Incident Room. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Monday Morning 10/02/20 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 06:01
River Lune
River levels have risen overnight at the Killington river gauge as a result of Storm Ciara. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible on Sunday 09/02/20 to low lying land and roads in Tebay, Sedbergh, Dent, Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Lune, Rawthey, Clough and Dee and their tributaries.
We expect river levels to remain high until early afternoon on Sunday 09/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation in our Incident Room. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes