A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Esk and Irthing in Cumberland, Northumberland, Westmorland and Furness on 24th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Esk, River Irthing.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Eden at Linstock rose 2.66m, peaking at 3.17m, while the River Irthing at Greenholme climbed 2.59m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 24 March 2026 . The rain will continue today and into this evening when it will clear Cumbria from midnight. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads on the rivers Esk and Irthing and other watercourses, including low lying areas around Longtown and Brampton. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 25 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linstock | River Eden | +2.66m | 3.17m |
| Greenholme | River Irthing | +2.59m | 2.91m |
| Haltwhistle | River Tyne | +1.95m | 2.35m |
| Durranhill Pumping Station | Durranhill Beck | +1.74m | 2.55m |
| Great Corby | River Eden | +1.69m | 2.47m |
| Hynam Bridge | River Gelt | +1.44m | 1.76m |
| Canonbie | River Esk | +0.69m | 1.14m |
| Warwick Bridge | Trout Beck | +0.67m | 0.73m |
| Brampton Moat Side | Brampton Beck | +0.08m | 0.11m |