A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline from Silloth to St Bees including Maryport, Flimby, Workington and Whitehaven in Cumberland between 26th and 27th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Bassenthwaite Lake at Castle Howe rose 0.41m, peaking at 2.26m, while the River Derwent at Ouse Bridge climbed 0.38m.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Howe | Bassenthwaite Lake | +0.41m | 2.26m |
| Ouse Bridge | River Derwent | +0.38m | 1.98m |
| South Street Footbridge | River Cocker | +0.37m | 1.69m |
| Southwaite Bridge | River Cocker | +0.37m | 1.19m |
| Bull Gill | River Ellen | +0.32m | 0.97m |
| Harrington Eadie Street | Wyre River | +0.22m | 0.52m |
| Kingfisher, Cockermouth | River Derwent | +0.20m | 1.63m |
| Blennerhasset Bridge | River Ellen | +0.14m | 0.91m |
| Seaton Mill, Barepot, Workington | River Derwent | +0.14m | 1.11m |