A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster in Westmorland and Furness on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Brathay, River Rothay, River Winster.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Trout Beck at Calgarth rose 1.60m, peaking at 2.10m, while the River Brathay at Jeffy Knotts climbed 1.54m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Saturday 24 October Storm Boelo is forecast to bring heavy rain and strong winds across Cumbria today, Saturday 24th October and overnight into tomorrow. River levels are likely to rise during the course of today and this evening with the potential for some flooding of low lying land. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calgarth | Trout Beck | +1.60m | 2.10m |
| Jeffy Knotts | River Brathay | +1.54m | 2.60m |
| Miller Bridge House | River Rothay | +1.50m | 2.12m |
| Ambleside Rydal Road | Stock Ghyll | +1.38m | 1.56m |
| Grasmere Broadgate Meadow | River Rothay | +0.95m | 0.31m |
| Coniston Church Bridge | Church Beck | +0.84m | 1.67m |
| Staveley Village | River Gowan | +0.51m | 0.91m |
| Brown Howe | Coniston Water | +0.46m | 1.48m |
| Eel House Bridge | Cunsey Beck | +0.38m | 1.04m |
| Far Sawrey | Windermere | +0.31m | 0.80m |