A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline at Barrow in Furness, between North and South Walney, Cavendish and Ramsden Docks in Westmorland and Furness on 27th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Duddon at Duddon Hall rose 0.41m, peaking at 0.94m, while the Poaka Beck at Bow Bridge Abbey Road climbed 0.22m.
Environment Agency advice issued
The Flood Warning has now been removed. However, a Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. We do not expect to see similar impacts from the next high tide. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duddon Hall | River Duddon | +0.41m | 0.94m |
| Bow Bridge Abbey Road | Poaka Beck | +0.22m | 0.40m |
| Fitz Bridge | Dragley Beck | +0.11m | 0.33m |
| Allotments | Town Beck | +0.09m | 0.29m |
| Town Beck Debris Screen | Town Beck | +0.09m | 0.19m |
| Low Nibthwaite | River Crake | +0.07m | 0.87m |
| Cartmel Wheelhouse Bridge | Eea River | +0.06m | 0.73m |