A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth, between Longtown and Skinburness in Cumberland on 27th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Annan at Brydekirk rose 0.92m, peaking at 2.24m, while the River Cocker at South Street Footbridge climbed 0.29m.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brydekirk | Annan | +0.92m | 2.24m |
| South Street Footbridge | River Cocker | +0.29m | 1.61m |
| Mossknowe | Kirtle Water | +0.25m | 1.14m |
| Caldbeck Gill Beck Bridge | Gill Beck | +0.22m | 0.61m |
| Kingfisher, Cockermouth | River Derwent | +0.17m | 1.62m |
| Wiza Beck Storage Basin, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +0.12m | 0.35m |
| Bull Gill | River Ellen | +0.11m | 0.76m |
| Station Road, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +0.10m | 0.46m |
| Ouse Bridge | River Derwent | +0.08m | 1.98m |
| Blennerhasset Bridge | River Ellen | +0.08m | 0.85m |