A Flood Alert was issued for Coast at North Morecambe Bay in Lancashire, Westmorland and Furness on 13th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Leven at Newby Bridge rose 0.09m, peaking at 0.35m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 00:01am to 01:30am on 14/08/26. Locations most affected will be Coast at North Morecambe Bay from Roosebeck to Carnforth including low lying areas around Ulverston, Greenodd, Haverthwaite, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands, Levens, Milnthorpe, Sandside, Arnside and Silverdale. The following tide on the afternoon of 14/08/26 is not due to reach Flood Alert levels; however, the following overnight tide may reach Flood Alert levels. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be fl
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newby Bridge | River Leven | +0.09m | 0.35m |