Is Cumbria prone to flooding?

The floods of 2009 and 2015 in north-west England were the worst for more than 550 years, according to groundbreaking analysis of lake sediment in the region.

Is Carlisle going to flood?

There are currently no flood warnings or alerts in force at this location River Eden at Carlisle, Rickerby Park, Swifts and Stoneyholme Golf Courses.

Is there flooding in Keswick?

River levels have risen at the Keswick Camp Site river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is expected to affect low lying roads, residential, commercial properties and campsites in Keswick adjacent to the Rivers Greta and Derwent.

Where is flooded in the Lake District?

Wordsworth House and Garden. In Cockermouth, the rivers Cocker and Derwent burst their banks and flooded the town centre, including Wordsworth House and Garden.

What do you need to know about Cumbria?

Information and advice on reporting animal welfare/cruelty problems and rural crime. This service is designed to provide you with information regarding the current state of Cumbria’s roads and the immediate surrounding areas in relation to road traffic collisions, weather, delays as a result of incidents and congestion.

What’s the weather like today in Carlisle Cumbria?

Today. Maximum daytime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 5 degrees Celsius. Sunny. Sunrise: 05:58; Sunset: 20:25. UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; Pollen: High. Sunny. Monday 20 April. Maximum daytime temperature: 15 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 5 degrees Celsius. Sunny. Sunrise: 05:55; Sunset: 20:27.

What’s the weather like today in Brough Cumbria?

Sunny intervals changing to cloudy by nighttime. Warm with sunny spells and a few showers. A bright start, before cloud and patchy rain approaches from the west later in the morning, though occasional breaks allow for sunny spells, especially in southern areas. Some isolated showers in the south later, but remaining dry elsewhere.

What are the Met Office weather warnings for?

The Met Office issue warnings for rain, snow, wind, fog and ice. These warnings will be given a colour depending on a combination of both the likelihood of the event happening and the impact the conditions may have Both the Highways Agency and County Council highways departments salt the roads.