A Flood Warning was issued for Wiza Beck and Black Beck at Wigton, Station Rd in Cumberland on 24th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Wiza Beck, Black Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Wiza Beck at Wiza Beck Storage Basin, Wigton rose 2.29m, peaking at 2.44m, while the River Caldew at Denton Holme climbed 1.57m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected on 24 March 2026 . The rain will continue into this evening before it will clear Cumbria from midnight. Due to some uncertainty, the intensity of the rainfall, rising flood levels and being in contact with Wigtan Flood group we're issuing the Flood Warning and a precautionary measure. Locations most affected will be properties on and just off Station Rd including The Innovia Factory, Fire Station, Miller Park and Slaters Yard. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiza Beck Storage Basin, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +2.29m | 2.44m |
| Denton Holme | River Caldew | +1.57m | 1.82m |
| Cummersdale | River Caldew | +1.51m | 1.93m |
| Station Road, Wigton | Wiza Beck | +1.46m | 1.68m |
| Sebergham | River Caldew | +1.07m | 1.56m |
| Blennerhasset Bridge | River Ellen | +0.89m | 1.56m |
| Carlisle Raffles Avenue | Parham Beck | +0.71m | 0.74m |
| Stockdalewath | Roe Beck | +0.70m | 0.94m |
| Caldbeck Gill Beck Bridge | Gill Beck | +0.39m | 0.69m |