A Flood Alert was issued for Coast at Duddon estuary in Cumberland, Westmorland and Furness on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Duddon at Duddon Hall rose 1.25m, peaking at 1.77m, while the Town Beck at Town Beck Debris Screen climbed 1.16m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 20:00PM on 24/10/2026 to 01:00AM on 25/10/2026. Potential flooding due to high tides and strong winds from Storm Boelo. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths. We are closing flood gates . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duddon Hall | River Duddon | +1.25m | 1.77m |
| Town Beck Debris Screen | Town Beck | +1.16m | 1.21m |
| Bow Bridge Abbey Road | Poaka Beck | +0.98m | 1.16m |
| Ulpha | River Duddon | +0.94m | 1.53m |
| Butts Beck James Terrace | Poaka Beck | +0.46m | 0.48m |
| Brown Howe | Coniston Water | +0.46m | 1.48m |
| Fitz Bridge | Dragley Beck | +0.39m | 0.60m |
| Allotments | Town Beck | +0.35m | 0.52m |
| Low Nibthwaite | River Crake | +0.28m | 0.79m |