Dozens of flood warnings in place across Cumbria following heavy rain
There are also significant surface water problems across many of Cumbria’s roads
Ten flood warnings have been issued across Cumbria this morning (13 November), with authorities warning that flooding is expected in several areas following heavy overnight rainfall.
The Environment Agency has issued the following warnings:
- Keswick Campsite – Updated 5:32am
- River Caldew at Cummersdale, Factory – Updated 4:26am
- River Ellen at Blennerhasset and Baggrow – Updated 4:23am
- River Greta at Keswick, including Keswick Campsite, Rugby Club and Quinta – Updated 5:32am
- River Roe and River Ive from Highbridge to Stockdalewath – Updated 3:19am
- River Wyre at Harrington – Updated 3:47am
- Speet Gill at Wigton, Burnfoot – Updated 4:02am
- Whelpo Beck, Gill Beck and Cald Beck at Caldbeck – Updated 3:54am
- Wiza Beck and Black Beck at Wigton, Station Road – Updated 4:02am
- Wiza Beck, Flosh Beck, Speet Gill and Black Beck at Wigton – Updated 4:02am
In addition to river flooding, there are significant surface water problems across many of Cumbria’s roads this morning.
Key travel disruptions include:
- A closure on the northbound carriageway of the M6 between junctions 41 and 42 due to flooding
- A blockage on the A595 near the Greenhill Hotel at Red Dial
Motorists are being urged to avoid driving through flood water and to take alternative routes where possible.
A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said: “Conditions across the county remain challenging this morning, and several routes are affected by surface water flooding. Drivers are advised to slow down, take extra care, and check for the latest travel updates before setting off.”
Residents in affected areas are encouraged to monitor local flood alerts, follow advice from the Environment Agency, and report any immediate flooding concerns.
For the latest updates, visit the Environment Agency’s flood information service or follow Cumbria Police and Cumbria County Council on social media for road closure alerts.