Flood warnings in place across Cumbria
A weather warning for rain expires at midday
Last updated 23rd May 2024
A multi-agency coordination group has been set up overnight as partner agencies deal with localised flooding in Cumbria following persistent rainfall.
A number of properties have been affected in the Stockdalewath area, with one property evacuated.
On the trains - services between Preston & Glasgow/Edinburgh have been cancelled due to heavy flooding on the railway between Carlisle and Lockerbie.
It's blocking the line in both directions.
Chief Superintendent Mick Bird, from Cumbria Police said;
“Emergency services have been responding throughout the night to calls for service following persistent rainfall, which has resulted in flooding in some parts of the county.
“The flooding is on a small scale and the public can be reassured that the weather forecast is expected to be much more favourable throughout today.
“We do expect some impact to travel within Cumbria with some flood water in parts of the county.
“If you are travelling this morning, please take care. If you do come across a flooded road, please do not attempt to travel through as you cannot be sure of the water’s depth.”