A Flood Alert was issued for Coast at North Morecambe Bay in Lancashire, Westmorland and Furness on 10th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Kent at Sedgwick rose 0.10m, peaking at 0.41m, while the River Leven at Newby Bridge climbed 0.06m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 09:45 PM on Thursday 10 September to 01:45 AM on Friday 11 September, peaking at 11:45 PM Areas most at risk lie within the Sandside area of North Morecambe Bay. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths. Although the midday tide tomorrow Friday 11 September 2026 is expected to peak below the Flood Alert threshold, the following tide is forecast to exceed this. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid beaches and coastal promenades, which may be flooded . Do not drive through flood water or put yo
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgwick | River Kent | +0.10m | 0.41m |
| Newby Bridge | River Leven | +0.06m | 0.87m |