A Flood Alert was issued for Rivers Lowther and Eamont in Westmorland and Furness on 24th 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 1.73m, peaking at 2.08m, while the River Lowther at Eamont Bridge climbed 1.27m.
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 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 10:00AM on 25 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bampton Grange | River Lowther | +1.73m | 2.08m |
| Eamont Bridge | River Lowther | +1.27m | 1.75m |
| Udford New | River Eamont | +1.03m | 1.56m |
| Haweswater Reservoir (Spillway level = 31.39m) | Haweswater Reservoir | +0.87m | 31.50m |
| Dacre Bridge | Dacre Beck | +0.58m | 0.86m |
| Eamont Bridge Farm | River Eamont | +0.40m | 0.92m |
| Pooley Bridge Steamer Pier | Ullswater | +0.37m | 1.94m |
| Glenridding Steamer Pier | Ullswater | +0.34m | 1.18m |
| Pooley Bridge | River Eamont | +0.20m | 0.78m |
| Burnbanks | Haweswater Beck | +0.13m | 0.22m |