A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck in Cumberland, Westmorland and Furness on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Duddon, River Crake, Mill Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Duddon at Duddon Hall rose 1.23m, peaking at 1.77m, while the Town Beck at Town Beck Debris Screen climbed 1.16m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duddon Hall | River Duddon | +1.23m | 1.77m |
| Town Beck Debris Screen | Town Beck | +1.16m | 1.21m |
| Cropple How | River Esk | +1.06m | 1.70m |
| Ulpha | River Duddon | +0.92m | 1.53m |
| Coniston Church Bridge | Church Beck | +0.84m | 1.67m |
| Brown Howe | Coniston Water | +0.55m | 1.61m |
| Fitz Bridge | Dragley Beck | +0.38m | 0.60m |
| Galesyke | River Irt | +0.36m | 0.98m |
| Allotments | Town Beck | +0.34m | 0.52m |
| Low Nibthwaite | River Crake | +0.33m | 0.86m |