Flood alert for Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk
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High river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 05 December 2025 throughout the night into the morning of Saturday 6th.
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt, Esk and other watercourses from Harrington to Annaside including low lying areas around Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Gosforth, Eskdale and Bootle.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 06 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk and other watercourses, from Harrington to Annaside including low lying areas around Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Gosforth, Eskdale and Bootle.
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