A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth, between Longtown and Skinburness in Cumberland on 26th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Annan at Brydekirk rose 0.96m, peaking at 2.35m, while the Kirtle Water at Mossknowe climbed 0.51m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 22:30 to 01:30 on Monday 26/10/2026. Locations most affected will be Skinburness Marsh, Port Carlisle and Rockcliffe. We are closing flood gates . Exposed coastal areas may be hazardous due to strong winds and large waves. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brydekirk | Annan | +0.96m | 2.35m |
| Mossknowe | Kirtle Water | +0.51m | 1.41m |
| Ouse Bridge | River Derwent | +0.38m | 1.98m |
| Wiza Beck Storage Basin, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +0.37m | 0.60m |
| Bull Gill | River Ellen | +0.31m | 0.97m |
| Station Road, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +0.29m | 0.65m |
| South Street Footbridge | River Cocker | +0.25m | 1.69m |
| Caldbeck Gill Beck Bridge | Gill Beck | +0.22m | 0.61m |
| Kingfisher, Cockermouth | River Derwent | +0.20m | 1.63m |
| Blennerhasset Bridge | River Ellen | +0.13m | 0.91m |