A Flood Alert was issued for Lower River Lune and Conder in Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Westmorland and Furness on 24th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Lune.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lune at Caton rose 3.51m, peaking at 4.05m, while the River Lune at Lancaster Quay climbed 2.77m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Flood alert in force: Lower River Lune and Conder Flooding is possible for: River Lune, Conder and Keer and other watercourses from Kirkby Lonsdale to Galgate including Gressingham, Carnforth, Hornby, Wray, Bentham and Lancaster High river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 24 March 2026.. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the river Lune, Conder and Keer and other watercourses from Kirkby Lonsdale to Galgate including Gressingham, Carnforth, Hornby, Wray, Bentham and Lancaster. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take car
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caton | River Lune | +3.51m | 4.05m |
| Lancaster Quay | River Lune | +2.77m | 4.97m |
| Wray | River Hindburn | +2.46m | 2.72m |
| Wennington | River Wenning | +1.90m | 2.18m |
| Hornby | River Wenning | +1.66m | 1.99m |
| High River Keer | River Keer | +1.66m | 1.87m |
| Killington | River Lune | +1.64m | 2.08m |
| Low Bentham | River Wenning | +1.53m | 2.22m |
| Skerton Weir | River Lune | +0.98m | 1.70m |