Flood alert for Rivers Wampool and Ellen
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Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 27 January 2026 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers Wampool, Ellen and other watercourses from Dalston to Maryport including low lying areas around Wigton, Abbeytown, Silloth, Allonby, Aspatria and Dearham.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses .
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Rivers Wampool and Ellen and other watercourses, from Dalston to Maryport including low lying areas around Wigton, Abbeytown, Silloth, Allonby, Aspatria and Dearham.
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