People are being warned there is severe flooding in Wasdale.
The Wasdale Head Inn has posted a message on social media yesterday, Thursday August 15, to say Mosedale Beck, which runs behind the hotel, is causing severe flooding in the area.
It added: “The cobble bridge leading up to the hotel is currently inaccessible from that point with the bridge standing with 3ft of water over the road.
“This will also mean bike night this evening will be cancelled as we do not recommend bikers attempt to wade through the water with already three larger vehicles being stuck.”
Currently, there are one flood warning and one flood alert for Cumbria.
Flood warning – flooding is likely
Keswick Campsite
High lake levels will continue to cause flooding throughout the day.
Areas most at risk include low lying areas bordering the shores of Derwentwater and the frontage of the Keswick Camping and Caravan Club Site.
Further flooding is expected throughout the day as lake levels begin to fall.
Flood alerts – flooding is possible
Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater
The level of Derwentwater remains high in response to yesterday’s persistent rain.
Flooding affecting locations near the Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwentwater. Lake levels are beginning to fall but flooding is expected to continue through today, August 16.
The Environment Agency is continuing to monitor the situation and lake levels.
People are urged to avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
Removed flood alerts
- Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster
- Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck
- Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk
