A Flood Alert was issued for Middle River Eden in Cumberland, Westmorland and Furness on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Eden.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Eden at Linstock rose 2.84m, peaking at 3.38m, while the River Eden at Sands Centre, Carlisle climbed 2.82m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 12 March 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near river Eden and tributaries from Temple Sowerby to the confluence with the River Irthing at Warwick Bridge including Langwathby, Lazonby, Kirkoswald, Armathwaite, Wetheral and Warwick on Eden. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 8:00AM on 13 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linstock | River Eden | +2.84m | 3.38m |
| Sands Centre, Carlisle | River Eden | +2.82m | 3.55m |
| Temple Sowerby | River Eden | +2.63m | 3.23m |
| Appleby | River Eden | +2.48m | 2.77m |
| Sheepmount | River Eden | +2.41m | 3.43m |
| Great Corby | River Eden | +1.90m | 2.73m |
| Udford New | River Eamont | +1.05m | 1.65m |
| White House Gardens, Penrith | Thacka Beck | +0.31m | 0.56m |
| Thacka Beck Reservoir | Thacka Beck | +0.23m | 0.28m |
| Watson Terrace | Thacka Beck | +0.10m | 0.14m |