Flood warnings remain across Cumbria after Storm Boelo
Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 10:02 · Archive
Flood warnings remain across Cumbria following heavy rain, high tides and Storm Boelo, affecting inland and coastal areas.
Flood warnings remain in place across parts of Cumbria following heavy rain and high tides associated with Storm Boelo. The Environment Agency has issued alerts for 27 October affecting coastal and inland areas, including Keswick Campsite and the coastline from Gretna to Silloth.
Inland, Keswick Campsite is at risk of flooding from the lake and the River Greta. Coastal flooding warnings apply to the area from Gretna to Silloth, including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe, with coastal flooding expected between 9.15 am and 2.15 pm. The Environment Agency stated that high tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding.
Although the heavy rain and strong winds from Storm Boelo have passed, river and lake levels remain high. The Environment Agency cautioned the public to avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Further showers are expected and the agency continues to monitor the situation closely. Flood alerts also remain in place for the coast from Silloth to St Bees and areas around the Upper River Derwent.
How it is being reported
- Flood alerts issued for South Cumbria coast as high tides and strong winds loomEnvironment Agency flood alerts issued for South Cumbria on October 27 as high tides, strong winds and waves threaten coastal roads and low-lying areas.NW Evening Mail · 27 Oct, 10:30
- Flood alerts issued for South Cumbria coast as high tides and strong winds loomEnvironment Agency flood alerts issued for South Cumbria on October 27 as high tides, strong winds and waves threaten coastal roads and low-lying areas.Westmorland Gazette · 27 Oct, 10:30
- Flood warnings remain as heavy rain and high tides raise water levelsFlood warnings remain across Cumbria on October 27 following heavy rain, high tides and Storm Boelo, affecting Keswick, Carlisle and the coast from Gretna to Silloth.Cumberland News · 27 Oct, 09:30
- Flood warnings remain as heavy rain and high tides raise water levelsFlood warnings remain across Cumbria on October 27 following heavy rain, high tides and Storm Boelo, affecting Keswick, Carlisle and the coast from Gretna to Silloth.Whitehaven News · 27 Oct, 09:30
In this story: Environment Agency · Cumbria · Keswick · Carlisle · Gretna · Silloth
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