Flood Alert for Coast from Gretna to Silloth

Source: Environment Agency · Cumberland Coast

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Environment Agency issues flood alert for coast from Gretna to Silloth due to high tides overnight.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Cumberland Coast
Issued
September 29, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency. Severity: Flood alert (level 3). Alert raised at 2026-09-29T15:27:03.

Affected Areas

Coast from Gretna to Silloth in Cumberland, within the Cumbria and Lancashire area. Locations most affected include low lying land and roads along the coastline, specifically Port Carlisle and Angerton. Affected waterway: Irish Sea.

What You Should Do

Avoid coastal roads which may be flooded. Residents should monitor conditions closely.

Expected Conditions

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from 00:00 to 04:00 on 30/9/2026. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 30 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Environment Agency issues flood alert for coast from Gretna to Silloth due to high tides overnight.
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This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
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