A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk in Cumberland on 2nd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Ehen, Rive Calder, River Irt, River Esk.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Keekle at St Leonards rose 1.94m, peaking at 2.42m, while the River Esk at Cropple How climbed 1.31m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from overnight on Friday 02 October . Rising river levels tonight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 02 and 03 October 2026 following heavy rain this evening. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt, Esk and other watercourses from Harrington to Annaside including low lying areas around Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Gosforth, Eskdale and Bootle. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing blockages from debris screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths a
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonards | River Keekle | +1.94m | 2.42m |
| Cropple How | River Esk | +1.31m | 1.82m |
| Egremont | River Ehen | +1.26m | 1.83m |
| Braystones | River Ehen | +1.21m | 1.71m |
| Calder Hall | River Calder | +0.77m | 1.05m |
| Harrington Eadie Street | Wyre River | +0.48m | 0.72m |
| Bleach Green Weir | River Ehen | +0.39m | 0.82m |
| Scalehill Upper Lorton Valley | River Cocker | +0.38m | 0.94m |
| Church View | Skirting Beck | +0.33m | 0.65m |
| Galesyke | River Irt | +0.19m | 0.63m |