A Flood Warning was issued for Burrow Beck at Lancaster, around Canterbury Ave, Cranwell Ave and Bowerham Road in Lancashire on 24th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Burrow Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lune at Caton rose 3.51m, peaking at 4.05m, while the River Lune at Lancaster Quay climbed 2.77m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Flood warning in force: Burrow Beck at Lancaster, around Canterbury Ave, Cranwell Ave and Bowerham Road Flooding is expected for: Properties on Canterbury Ave, Cranwell Ave, Cork Rd, Hodder Place, Bowerham Rd, Steward Ave Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected from the afternoon of 24 March 2026. Locations most affected will be low-lying land and properties along Burrow Beck. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 25 March 2026 or as the situ
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caton | River Lune | +3.51m | 4.05m |
| Lancaster Quay | River Lune | +2.77m | 4.97m |
| Six Arches | River Wyre | +1.81m | 2.20m |
| Galgate | River Conder | +1.66m | 1.86m |
| Skerton Weir | River Lune | +0.98m | 1.70m |
| Abbeystead Reservoir | River Wyre | +0.72m | 0.79m |
| Burrow Beck | Burrow Beck | +0.69m | 0.87m |
| Stoney Lane | Whitley Beck | +0.52m | 0.53m |