Flood Alert Info - Coast from Gretna to Silloth
Area Description
Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
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 20 Oct 2024 15:37
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves due to Storm Ashley may lead to flooding overnight.
High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 2:15 AM on 21/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 08:55
Irish Sea
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 2:00 PM on 20/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 15:37
Irish Sea
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 01:45 AM on 20/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
We expect to issue further Flood Alerts and potentially Flood Warnings for high tides on Sunday 20/10/2024 and Monday 21/10/2024 due to a combination of spring tides and strong wind and low pressure associated with Storm Ashley.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 08:38
Irish Sea
The lunchtime high tide today19/10/2024 will peak at 01:15 PM just below the flood alert level.
The following high tide tonight, which will peak at 01:45 AM on 20/10/24, may result in further flooding. Flooding will be possible several hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 14:55
Irish Sea
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 12:45 AM on 19/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
Further Flood Alerts are likely to be issued for some high tides until Monday, 21/10/2024, due to a combination of spring tides, strong wind and low pressure.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 07:45
Irish Sea
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 12:30 PM on 18/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
Further Flood Alerts are likely to be issued for some high tides until Monday, 21/10/2024, due to a combination of spring tides, strong wind and low pressure.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 15:01
Irish Sea
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
High tide levels are expected on Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 00:15 AM on 18/10/2024, with flooding of roads and low lying land possible several hours either side of this time.
A Flood Warning may be issued for the high tide in the early hours of Saturday morning, 19/10/2024, due to a combination of spring tides, strong wind and low pressure.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Please don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 07:56
Irish Sea
The high tide at lunchtime today along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth is not expected to reach the flood alert level.
However, we do expect to issue further flood alerts for subsequent high tides including the overnight tide tonight.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 5:30 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 15:25
Irish Sea
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
The highest tide level along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth is expected to be at 11:30 PM on 16/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
We do not expect to issue a flood alert for the lunchtime hightide tomorrow, 17/10/2024. However, further flood alerts are expected for subsequent high tides until at least the 20/10/2024. The flood gates at Skinburness Marsh will remain closed for this period.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 15:40
Irish Sea
Due to spring tides, higher than normal tides may lead to flooding. The high tide tonight, at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth will peak at 2:00 AM on Saturday 21/09/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. We do not expect the high tides following this to cause any flooding. We have closed flood gates at Sea Dyke and Skinburness Marsh and these will remain closed throughout the high tide cycle. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 21/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 08:42
Irish Sea
Due to spring tides, higher than normal tides may lead to flooding. The highest tide level during the day on Friday is expected to be at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:45 AM and 03:45 PM today 20/09/2024. We do not expect this lunchtime tide to cause any flooding. Tonight's high tide could again have impacts, and so this flood alert remains in place. We have closed flood gates at Sea Dyke and Skinburness Marsh and these will remain closed throughout the high tide cycle. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 20/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 16:21
Irish Sea
Due to spring tides, higher than normal tides overnight may lead to flooding. The highest tide level is expected to be at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:15 PM tonight 19/09/2024 and 03:15 AM tomorrow morning 20/09/2024. We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow afternoon, but we do expect to issue a further flood alert for the high tide tomorrow night. We have closed flood gates at Sea Dyke and Skinburness Marsh and these will remain closed throughout the high tide cycle. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 20/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 17:16
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves overnight may lead to flooding. The highest tide level along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth is expected to be at 3:15 AM on 24/08/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. After tonight’s high tide coastal conditions are expected to improve and we do not expect to issue this Flood Alert again for subsequent tides. We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh but expect to re-open them on Saturday 24/08/2024. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 15:52
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves overnight may lead to flooding. The highest tide level from Gretna to Silloth is expected at 2:30 AM on 23/08/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tides tomorrow. We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 08:03
Irish Sea
We do not expect flooding during the high tide this afternoon, which is expected to peak at 02:15 PM. However, a higher tide tonight, at 02:30am on 23/08/2024, may result in further flooding. High tides, strong winds and large waves overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 16:00 PM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 15:49
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves overnight may lead to flooding.
The highest tide level is expected to be at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 1:45 AM on 22/08/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow afternoon, but we do expect to issue a further flood alert for the high tide tomorrow night.
We have closed flood gates at Skinburness Marsh.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Silloth of 6.11 mAODN at 1:45 AM on 22/08/2024 (mAODN is height above average sea level.)
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 17:09
Irish Sea
Thursday morning’s high tide at 01:45AM on 11/04/2024 is higher than normal due to high spring tides combined with low pressure and strong winds bringing large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:45 PM on Wednesday 10/04/2024 and 3:45 AM on Thursday 11/04/2024. We are expecting the tide levels to fall after this tide. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00AM on Thursday 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 06:47
Irish Sea
Wednesday lunchtime's high tide at 1:30PM on 10/04/2024 is higher than normal due to high spring tides combined with low pressure and strong winds bringing large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM on Wednesday 10/04/2024. Wednesday night's high tide is also expected to reach the flood alert level and we are still expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 15:37
Irish Sea
Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
The high tide tonight, Tuesday 09/04/2024, is not expected to reach the flood alert level, but we are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on Wednesday 10/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 06:54
Irish Sea
Tuesday lunchtime's tide at 12:45 PM on 09/04/2024 is higher than normal due to high spring tides combined with low pressure and strong winds bringing large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 10:45 AM and 2:45 PM on Tuesday 09/04/2024. Tuesday night's high tide is not currently expected to reach the flood alert level but we are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 4 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 15:50
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the high tide forecast tomorrow lunchtime at 12:45 PM on Tuesday 09/04/2024. Monday night’s high tide is not forecast to reach the flood alert level. Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Flooding is possible between 10:45 AM and 2:45 PM on 09/04/2024. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 06:41
Irish Sea
Monday morning's tide at midday is higher than normal due to high spring tides combined with low pressure and strong winds bringing large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on 08/04/2024. Monday evening's high tide is not currently expected to reach the flood alert level but we are expecting higher than normal tides over at least the next 5 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 17:51
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the high tide forecast tomorrow lunchtime at 12:00 PM on Monday 08/04/2024. Sunday night’s high tide is not forecast to reach the flood alert level. Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Flooding is possible between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on 08/04/2024.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 06:50
Irish Sea
Sunday morning's tide at 11:15 AM is higher than normal due to Storm Kathleen which is bringing strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast.
Flooding is possible at the coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 9:15 AM and 1:15 PM on 07/04/2024.
Sunday evening's high tide is not expected to reach the flood alert level but we are expecting higher than normal tides over at least the next 5 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 07:40
Irish Sea
A Flood Alert remains in place for the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Areas at Risk Port Carlisle, Silloth, Skinburness, Wampool Estuary, Mossband Hall and Rockcliffe.
Flooding is possible between 12:15 PM and 4:00 PM on 14/03/2024. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 17:05
Irish Sea
A Flood Alert remains in place for the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Areas at Risk Port Carlisle, Silloth, SKinburness, Wampool Estuary, Mossband Hall and Rockcliffe.
Flooding is possible between 12:15 PM and 4:00 PM on 14/03/2024. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 07:34
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at lunchtime today at 01:30 PM on 13/03/2024.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Flooding is possible between 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM on 13/03/2024. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
We are expecting higher than normal tides until Thursday 14/03/2024 and as a result we may issue further alerts.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 15:36
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast overnight at 01:15 AM on 13/03/2024.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Flooding is possible between 11:15 PM on 12/03/2024 and 3:15 AM on 13/03/2024, avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding during this period.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
We are expecting the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 13/03/2024, to also be higher than the flood alert level.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 07:31
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at lunchtime today at 12:45 PM on 12/03/2024.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Flooding is possible between 10:45 AM and 2:25 PM on 12/03/2024, avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding during this period.
We are closing flood gates in the area. We are expecting higher than normal tides until the middle of the week and as a result we may issue further alerts.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 16:21
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the high tide forecast tomorrow lunchtime at 12:45 PM on 12/03/2024, tonight’s high tide is not forecast to reach the flood alert level.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. Flooding is possible between 10:45 AM and 2:25 PM on 12/03/2024, avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding during this period.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
We are expecting higher than normal tides until the middle of the week and as a result we may issue further alerts.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 15:35
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at midday on 11/03/2024.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Flooding is possible between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on 11/03/2024, avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding during this period.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
We are expecting higher than normal tides until the middle of the week and as a result we may issue further alerts.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 11/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 08:41
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 2:00 PM on Tuesday 13/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the current period of spring tides. Flooding is possible at coastline from Gretna to Silloth between midday and 4:00 PM on 13/02/2024. We do not expect Tuesday night's tide to be higher than normal. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 16:19
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 2:00 PM on Tuesday 13/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the current period of spring tides. Flooding is possible at coastline from Gretna to Silloth between midday and 4:00 PM on 13/02/2024. We do not expect Monday or Tuesday night's tide to be higher than normal. We are experiencing higher than normal tides over the next two days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 08:14
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 1:15 PM on Monday 12/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the current period of spring tides. Flooding is possible at coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:15 AM and 3:15 PM on 12/02/2024. We will also be issuing a flood warning for this tide. We are experiencing higher than normal tides over the next three days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and possibly warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 16:45
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 1:15 PM on Monday 12/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the current period of spring tides. Flooding is possible at coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 11:15 AM and 3:15 PM on 12/02/2024. It is possible that we may also need to issue a flood warning for this tide on Monday morning. We are experiencing higher than normal tides over the next three days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and possibly warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 08:36
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued, due to the high tide forecast at 12:30 PM on Sunday 11/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the current period of spring tides. Flooding is possible at coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM on 11/02/2024. After this tide, we do not expect Sunday night's tide to be higher than normal, but the tide on Monday at around 13:15 PM is forecast to be higher, and we are likely to issue a further alert for then. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 14:40
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to the high tide forecast at 12:30 PM on Sunday 11/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during the coming tides. Flooding is possible at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM on 11/02/2024. We do not expect Saturday night's tide to be higher than normal. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 14:52
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:45 AM on Saturday 10/02/2024. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during the coming tides.
Flooding is possible at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 9:45 AM and 1:45 PM on 10/02/2024.
After this tide, we do not expect the night's tide to be higher than normal, but the tide on Sunday at around 12:30 PM is forecast to be higher, and we are likely to issue a further alert for then.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We continue to monitor levels closely and this message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 07:21
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:15 AM on 13/11/2023. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides.
Flooding is possible at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 09:15 AM and 01:15 PM on 13/11/2023.
Storm Debi is forecast to bring south-westerly force 11 winds and produce large onshore waves.
After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and will close flood gates in the area.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Plan driving routes to avoid coastal roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:26
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:15 AM on 13/11/2023.
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides.
Flooding is possible at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 09:15 AM and 01:15 PM on 13/11/2023.
Storm Debi is forecast to bring south-westerly force 11 winds and produce large onshore waves.
The following high tide is also expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and will close flood gates in the area.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
Plan driving routes to avoid coastal roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2023 11:43
Irish Sea
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 17:44
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest overnight at 01:00 AM on 01/10/2023.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next four days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings.
We have closed locks and flood gates in the area.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 10:42
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest tonight at 01:00 on Sunday 01/10/2023.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth from midnight tonight.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next four days and as a result we will issue further alerts or warnings.
We will continue to monitor the forecast.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on Saturday 30/09/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 15:43
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest overnight tonight at midnight on Friday 29/09/2023.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth from 11:00 PM.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next five days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert or a flood warning if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Saturday 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2023 17:14
Irish Sea
Storm Agnes is forecast to bring strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast.
This Flood Alert has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely overnight on 27/09/2023 between 10:30 PM and 11:30 PM.
No property flooding is expected.
After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected. The following tide tomorrow morning is not forecast to trigger any alerts and as such it is expected that this alert will be removed.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 28/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Sep 2023 13:12
Irish Sea
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2023 23:33
Irish Sea
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 06:55
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides, flooding is possible along the coast from Gretna to Silloth. The tides are high but not expected to reach Flood Alert on 25/11/2022 or 26/11/2022. This Flood Alert remains in place for the high tide 27/11/2022 between 01:15 AM and 01:45 AM. Flooding is possible one hour either side of this time. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings at this time. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in the area. This message will be updated on 26/11/2022, 9:00AM or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 16:23
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides, flooding is possible along the coast from Gretna to Silloth between 11:15 PM and Midnight on 24/11/2022. Flooding is possible one hour either side of this time. Tides are expected to remain at Flood Alert levels into the weekend. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings at this time. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in the area. This message will be updated on 25/11/2022, 9:30AM or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 15:06
Irish Sea
The tide on the evening of Monday 07/11/2022 is expected to be higher than usual due to high winds.
Areas most at risk include the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
No property flooding is expected.
The highest tide level is expected to be at 10:30pm tonight and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
After this, no further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water for several days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 08:30am on 08/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 17:23
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 12:45 PM on 26/10/2022 at Port Carlisle.
Flooding is possible along sections of coastline from Gretna to Silloth between 10:45 AM and 02:45 PM on 26/10/2022.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Sep 2022 14:27
Irish Sea
As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest overnight at 01:30 AM on 12/09/2022.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
No property flooding is expected.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated by Monday afternoon on 12/09/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:20
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 01:40 PM on 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk include low lying areas along the coast from Gretna to Silloth. Continuing strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping, flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. The forecast remains unsettled however the tide overnight at 02:00 am Monday, 21/02/2022 is not expected to meet the threshold for the Flood Alert. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to keep closely monitoring the situation and work with emergency services and local authorities. This message will be updated on Sunday Afternoon, 20/02/2022 or if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 10:18
Irish Sea
Whilst we are not expecting any further flooding impacts on Saturday 19/02/2022,
the high tide at lunch time on Sunday 20/02/2022 is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us re-issuing a flood warning.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by Sunday morning 20/02/2022 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 17:07
Irish Sea
The flood alert remains in force due to further unsettled weather forecast over the weekend. The tide levels overnight tonight, at 0:55 am on the 19/02/2022, are not expected to reach flood alert level. Due to Storm Eunice bringing storm force winds, large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast, these may still cause flooding along the coast from Gretna to Silloth. We are currently expecting higher than normal tides on Sunday and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Plan driving routes to avoid coastal roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 07:41
Irish Sea
Today, 18/02/2022, Lunchtime's tide at 12:30 PM is higher than normal due to Storm Eunice bring storm force winds, large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Large waves and spray overtopping are forecast to cause flooding along the coast from Gretna to Silloth. Impacts are possible 2 hours either side of high tide forecast, at 12:30 PM. Further unsettled weather is forecast, as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings over the next 2 to 3 days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 16:02
Irish Sea
Tide levels are not expected to reach alert level for the next high tide, at just after midnight tonight, Thursday. However, due to Storm Eunice we are expecting the lunchtime tide tomorrow Friday to reach alert and in some cases warning level for some locations. With further unsettled weather we expect higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert and any warnings as necessary. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 11:12
Irish Sea
Tide levels are not expecting to reach alert level for this (Thursday) lunchtime or midnight’s tide. However, with further unsettled weather and Storm Eunice forecast, we are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 to 3 days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert and any warnings as necessary. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 16:39
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:45 pm tonight, 16/02/2022. Storm Dudley is forecast to bring strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast overnight tonight, 16/02/2022. Waves are forecast to cause flooding to low lying areas along the coast from Gretna to Silloth. Impacts are possible 2 hours either side of high tide forecast, at 11:45 midnight. With further unsettled weather and Storm Eunice forecast, we are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 to 4 days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert and any warning, as necessary. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2022 06:45
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast today, 06/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low lying areas along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth. The highest tide level is expected at 2.00pm today, and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. The high tides over the next couple of days are not expected to reach the flood alert level. We have closed flood gates in the area and will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 7.00pm on 06/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 09:31
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast today on 03/01/2022.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
The highest tide level is expected at 11:30 AM on 03/01/2022 and will be accompanied by strong winds and large waves. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
The high tides over the next couple of days are not expected to reach the flood alert level; however further flood alerts may be required towards the end of the week.
We have closed flood gates in the area and will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 11:32
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast overnight tonight on 02/01/2022.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas along the Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
The highest tide level is expected at 11:15 PM on 02/01/2022 and will be accompanied by strong winds and large waves. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
The next high tide is also expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We are closing flood gates in the area.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 03/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 15:18
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at midnight on 06/11/2021. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
The forecast is for strong winds throughout the evening and tomorrow.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated within 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 08:24
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:45 am on 06/11/2021. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated within 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2021 15:20
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 11:15 PM on 05/11/2021. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated within 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 14:53
Irish Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 01:00 AM on 08/10/2021.
Areas most at risk include Coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Highest tide level is expected to be at Coastline from Gretna to Silloth at 01:00 AM on 08/10/2021. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
After this tide no further impacts are expected.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Plan driving routes to avoid coastal roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 17:11
Irish Sea
A Flood Alert remains in place as large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest tonight between 23:15 29/03/21 and 03:15 30/03/21 although these will not reach the Flood Alert threshold. Tides are expected to reach Flood Alert threshold tomorrow lunchtime 30/03/21. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible, and conditions may apply two to four hours either side. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are monitoring the situation and checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads.
The high tide tomorrow lunchtime is expected to reach Flood Alert threshold. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 30/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 07:43
Irish Sea
A Flood Alert remains in place today as large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of low lying coastal paths, roads and farmland is possible between 10:45 and 14:45 Monday, 29/03/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying coastal footpaths and roads along the coastline. The high tide tomorrow tonight may also cross the Flood Alert threshold and will be updated later this afternoon, Monday 29/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 16:44
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of low lying coastal paths, roads and farmland is possible between 21:30 and 01:30 Sunday, 28/03/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying coastal footpaths and roads along the coastline. The high tide tomorrow lunchtime will also cross the Flood Alert threshold and will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 29/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 07:35
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:45 and 12:45 today, 16/12/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated this afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 16:41
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in place as tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds tomorrow 16/12/2020 at approximately 11:45. Flooding may affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth in these areas..
This evenings tide (15/12/2020) is not currently forecast to go through the Flood Alert criteria.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 07:03
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:15 and 12:15 today, 15/12/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
This message will be updated this afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 16:22
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in place as tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds at approximately 11:15 tomorrow morning 14/12/2020.
This evenings tides are not currently forecast to go through the Flood Alert criteria but will be at their highest between 23:00 today, 14/12/2020 and 00:00 tomorrow, 15/12/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding may still affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth in these areas..
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 07:01
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds. Tides will be at their highest between 10:15 and 11:15 today, 14/12/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
It is currently forecast that the high tide this evening will also reach the Flood Alert criteria.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
This message will be updated this afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 14:52
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds. Tides will be at their highest between 22:00 and 22:45 today, 13/12/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
It is currently forecast that the high tide tomorrow at approximately 10:15 – 11:15 on 14/12/2020 will also reach the Flood Alert criteria.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 14/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 08:25
Irish Sea
High still water levels and a minor tidal surge are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 1:00pm and 2:00pm today, 18/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 18/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 16:06
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides. Tides will be at their highest between 1:00am and 1:30am tomorrow, 18/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. The Flood Alert level is also expected to be reached for the lunchtime tide tomorrow, 18/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 07:57
Irish Sea
High still water levels and a minor tidal surge are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 12:30pm and 1:30pm today, 17/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. The Flood Alert level is also expected to be reached for the next high tide.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 17/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 15:45
Irish Sea
High still water level and a minor surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between midnight on the 16/11/2020 and 01:00am tomorrow, 17/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. The Flood Alert level is also expected to be reached for the tide tomorrow lunchtime, 17/11/2020
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 07:17
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 12 noon and 12:30pm today, 16/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. The Flood Alert level is also forecast to be reached for the next high tide this evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 16:49
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:30pm and midnight today, 15/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 06:59
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:15am and 11:45am today, 15/11/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. The Flood Alert trigger is also expected to be met for the next high tide this evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 15/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 13:49
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 10:45pm and 11:15pm this evening, 14/11/2020, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. The Flood Alert trigger is also expected to be reached for the next two high tides on Sunday 15/11/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning (15/11/2020)
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 15:39
Irish Sea
A tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of strong onshore winds. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 22:00 hrs and 02:00 hrs tonight. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
Coastal conditions will ease following tonight’s tide.
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, 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2020 08:44
Irish Sea
High water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and wind. Tides will be at their highest between 13:30 and 15:30 Tuesday, 20/10/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 17:52
Irish Sea
High water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and wind. Tides will be at their highest between 01:30 and 03:30 Tuesday, 20/10/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
The high tide on Tuesday early afternoon, 20/10/2020 is also likely to reach the Flood Alert criteria.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 17:35
Irish Sea
High water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and wind. Tides will be at their highest between 00:30 and 02:30 Monday, 19/10/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
The high tide in the early hours of Tuesday morning, 20/10/2020 is also likely to reach the Flood Alert criteria.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:42
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Coastal conditions are expected to continue for two hours either side of the high tide at 13:12 today, 12/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect Rockcliffe, Longburgh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Anthorn, Angerton and Skinburness areas. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. Coastal conditions should ease for the high tide 13/03/20 at 01:37. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this evening, 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 17:33
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Coastal conditions are expected to continue for two hours either side of the high tide at 00:45 tomorrow, 12/03/20. Tomorrow’s tide will also be at Flood Warning therefore this Flood Alert will also remain in place. Flooding is expected to affect Rockcliffe, Longburgh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Anthorn, Angerton and Skinburness areas. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in the morning, 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 07:52
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Coastal conditions are expected to continue for two hours either side of the high tide at 12:30 today, 11/03/20. Tonight’s tide will also be at Flood Warning therefore this Flood Alert will also remain in place. Flooding is expected to affect Rockcliffe, Longburgh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Anthorn, Angerton and Skinburness areas. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 17:36
Irish Sea
Tonight’s tide is not meeting any warning thresholds. However, tomorrow’s lunchtime tide is currently expected to reach Flood Warning and therefore the Flood Alert will also remain in force. Coastal conditions are expected to continue for two hours either side of the high tide at 12:30 tomorrow lunchtime on 11/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect Rockcliffe, Longburgh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Anthorn, Angerton and Skinburness areas. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 07:05
Irish Sea
High tides are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and winds. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. Coastal conditions are expected to continue for two hours either side of the high tide at 11:45 on 10/03/20. There is currently a warning in force for this location also. This evenings tide will also be at Flood Alert. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 18:23
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of exceptionally high tides. There may also be some spray overtopping. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this time. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tide at 23:30 on 09/03/2020 and can be levels can be high two hours either side of this. We currently expect the Flood Alert to remain in force for at least the next three tides as we are in the 2nd highest tide cycle of the year. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing coastal flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 17:58
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of exceptionally high tides. There may also be some spray overtopping. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tide at 23:30 on 09/03/2020 and can be levels can be high two hours either side of this. We currently expect the Flood Alert to remain in force for at least the next three tides as we are in the 2nd highest tide cycle of the year. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing coastal flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 10:09
Irish Sea
Tides are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of the high tide being accompanied by strong winds and large waves. Tides will be at their highest between 13:15 hours and 17:15 hours today 14/02/20. Flooding to low lying land, roads and coastal footpaths is possible. Areas likely to be affected are Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
Whilst the high spring tides are easing, the strong winds will cause large waves which will affect low lying land and roads along the coast. We expect that the high tide tomorrow afternoon will be accompanied by strong winds producing large waves so a Flood Alert will remain in place
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 15:57
Irish Sea
A Flood Alert remains in force as the high tide tomorrow afternoon may affect low lying land and roads. The high tide tonight does not reach the Flood Alert threshold however, the high tide tomorrow afternoon is close to the Flood Alert threshold and is expected to be accompanied by large waves. This may affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
Skinburness floodgates are closed and we continue to monitor situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning ahead of the high tide at 15:15 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 09:44
Irish Sea
Tides are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 12:15 hours and 16:15 hours today 13/02/20. Flooding to low lying land, roads and coastal footpaths is possible. Areas likely to be affected are Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
Whilst the high spring tides are easing, we expect that the high tide tomorrow lunchtime may be accompanied by strong winds causing large waves. A Flood Alert may remain in place.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 16:52
Irish Sea
A flood Alert remains in force as the high tide tomorrow lunchtime may affect low lying land and roads. The high tide tonight does not reach the Flood Alert threshold but due to high winds, large waves are a possibility. The high tide tomorrow lunchtime is expected to affect low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth.
Skinburness floodgates are closed and we continue to monitor situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning ahead of the high tide at 14:15 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 09:00
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 12:00 and 16:00 on 12/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tonight's tide, 12/02/2020, is currently not expected to reach Flood Alert level. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated later today, 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:23
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 23:30 on 11/02/2020 and 03:30 on 12/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tomorrow's tide, 12/02/2020, is currently expected to reach Flood Alert between 12:00 and 16:00 on the 12/02/2020. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 10:46
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:00 and 15:00 on 11/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tonight's tide, 11/02/2020, is currently expected to reach Flood Alert between 23:30 on 11/02/2020 and 03:30 on the 12/02/2020. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated later today, 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:01
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 23:00 on 10/02/2020 and 03:00 on 11/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tomorrow's tide, 11/02/2020, is currently expected to reach Flood Warning between 11:30 and 15:30 on the 11/02/2020. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 07:02
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between on the 11:30 on the 10/02/2020 and 13:00 on the 10/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tonight’s tide 10/02/2020 is currently expected to reach Flood Warning between 23:30 and 01:30 on the 11/02/2020. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated later today, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 15:53
Irish Sea
A flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between on the 23:00 on the 09/02/2020 and 01:00 on the 10/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Tomorrow lunchtimes tide 10/02/2020 is currently expected to reach Flood Warning between 11:30 and 13:30. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 08:50
Irish Sea
A flood alert has been issued. Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 09:00 on the 09/02/2020 and 13:30 on the 09/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated later today, 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 07:56
Irish Sea
A flood alert has been issued. Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:30 on the 09/02/2020 and 13:30 on the 09/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated later today, 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 16:22
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 21:30 on the 08/02/20 and 01:30 on the 09/02/20. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth may be affected. A Flood Warning is currently forecast for the high tide at 11:53 on the 09/02/20
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 08:22
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding is possible today between 12:30 and 16:30. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected.
Further tides are not forecast to reach flood alert. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated later today.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 16:43
Irish Sea
Tomorrows early morning tide 15th January 2020 is not expected to reach Flood Alert. However, the forecast for tomorrow afternoon's tide 15th January 2020 is currently expected to be at Flood Alert between 12:30 and 16:30. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 15/01/2020
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 07:45
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding is possible today between 12:30 and 16:30. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected.
Wednesday afternoon’s tide will also reach flood alert level. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/20
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 15:59
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding is possible between 23:00 today and 03:00 tomorrow 14/01/20. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected.
Tomorrow afternoon’s tide will also reach flood alert level. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/01/20
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 17:06
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 12:45 and 13:15 tomorrow, 13/01/20. Flooding is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are operating defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated in the afternoon of 13/01/20
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2020 16:08
Irish Sea
Large and powerful waves are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 11:15 and 11:45am tomorrow, 11/01/20. Flooding is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Low lying land, roads and coastal paths at Mossband Hall, Eden estuary, Burgh Marsh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Wampool estuary, Waver estuary, Skinburness Marsh, Skinburness and Silloth will be affected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are operating defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated in the afternoon of 11/01/20