A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe in Cumberland on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Annan at Brydekirk rose 1.41m, peaking at 2.29m, while the River Eden at Sheepmount climbed 1.37m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 21:00PM on 24/10/2026 to 01:00AM on 25/10/2026. Flooding is possible due to high tides and strong winds from Storm Boelo. Locations most affected will be the Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth, areas at risk include Rockcliffe, Longburgh, Port Carlisle, Bowness-on-Solway, Anthorn, Angerton and Skinburness areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and have closed the flood gates at Skinburness Marsh. Avoid seafronts and harbours due to wave overtopping and spray contai
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brydekirk | Annan | +1.41m | 2.29m |
| Sheepmount | River Eden | +1.37m | 2.14m |
| Skew Bridge | River Caldew | +1.30m | 1.74m |
| Mossknowe | Kirtle Water | +1.16m | 1.90m |
| Wiza Beck Storage Basin, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +1.08m | 1.18m |
| Denton Holme | River Caldew | +1.06m | 1.33m |
| Station Road, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +0.74m | 0.97m |
| Little Caldew Maltings | Little Caldew | +0.69m | 1.06m |
| Carlisle Raffles Avenue | Parham Beck | +0.67m | 0.69m |