A Flood Alert was issued for Lower River Lune and Conder in Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Westmorland and Furness on 3rd September 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Lune.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lune at Lancaster Quay rose 2.68m, peaking at 4.90m, while the River Hindburn at Wray climbed 0.92m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from overnight on 03 September 2026 .Ongoing rain overnight will cause rivers to rise Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 04 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Quay | River Lune | +2.68m | 4.90m |
| Wray | River Hindburn | +0.92m | 1.12m |
| Caton | River Lune | +0.89m | 1.26m |
| Low Bentham | River Wenning | +0.88m | 1.48m |
| Wennington | River Wenning | +0.69m | 0.89m |
| Hornby | River Wenning | +0.62m | 0.90m |
| High River Keer | River Keer | +0.51m | 0.64m |
| Killington | River Lune | +0.47m | 0.66m |
| Skerton Weir | River Lune | +0.19m | 0.82m |