Flood Warning Issued for Keswick Campsite and Derwentwater Shores in Cumberland

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the Keswick Campsite area. This alert indicates that flooding is expected today, February 26, 2026, due to high river levels.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically targets the Keswick Campsite in Cumberland, located within the Cumbria and Lancashire region. The locations most affected will be the areas immediately surrounding the shores of Derwent Water Lake.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected area are advised to take immediate precautions. Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is being driven by high river levels following persistent rainfall experienced overnight and throughout the day. While rain is expected to ease overnight, further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow and into the weekend, which may continue to impact the region.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 3:42 PM on February 26, 2026. Flooding is expected to impact the area for the remainder of the day. This message is scheduled to be updated by 7:00 AM on February 27, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.