Police responding to incident in Ulverston
Potential firearm and noxious substance identified in ongoing situation
Last updated 19th Jun 2026
Please see our updated article by clicking here, following a police update at 11:30am.
Police and emergency services continue their presence this morning at a property on Dale Street in Ulverston following a report of a man in significant distress.
The report was made at 7:34pm on last night, Thursday 18th June, directing officers to a property on Dale Street, with the man still inside the address.
Emergency services have identified the presence of a potential firearm within the address and a substance, believed to be noxious, is also being intermittently released from inside the address.
Due to concerns for the safety and wellbeing of the individual and those nearby, a wider evacuation has been put in place.
The public is asked to avoid the area until the incident is resolved.
Chief Superintendent David Pattinson, Cumbria Constabulary, said: “We appreciate that the current emergency services activity in Ulverston may cause concern for the local community.
“Assessments are ongoing and will take some time to safely carry out.
"Armed response officers remain at the scene, and a cordon remains in place to ensure the safety of those in the area.
"Those evacuated are all cared for and being accommodated with families and friends or in nearby facilities.
"We continue to thank you for your on-going support. We understand the disruption this incident is having in our communities, including those affected by the evacuation, road closures and those concerned for loved ones in the area.
"Members of the public are continued to ask to avoid the area and anyone with concerns should approach officers or call Cumbria Police on 101."