A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Lowther and Eamont in Westmorland and Furness on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Lowther, River Eamont.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lowther at Bampton Grange rose 1.32m, peaking at 1.81m, while the River Lowther at Eamont Bridge climbed 1.06m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river and lake levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 12 March 2026 . The current band of rain will clear to the south by this evening. Tonight will then have variable cloud with patchy rain in the early hours, which will fall wintry on higher ground. Staying windy. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers Eamont and Lowther to their confluence with the River Eden at Langwathby. 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
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bampton Grange | River Lowther | +1.32m | 1.81m |
| Eamont Bridge | River Lowther | +1.06m | 1.66m |
| Udford New | River Eamont | +1.05m | 1.65m |
| Dacre Bridge | Dacre Beck | +0.72m | 1.04m |
| Eamont Bridge Farm | River Eamont | +0.59m | 1.18m |
| Pooley Bridge Steamer Pier | Ullswater | +0.49m | 2.18m |
| Glenridding Steamer Pier | Ullswater | +0.47m | 1.41m |
| Pooley Bridge | River Eamont | +0.27m | 0.92m |
| Burnbanks | Haweswater Beck | +0.08m | 0.17m |