Rivers Wampool and Ellen and other watercourses, from Dalston to Maryport including low lying areas around Wigton, Abbeytown, Silloth, Allonby, Aspatria and Dearham
Flood Warning Area
Area Details
- River / Sea
- River Wampool, River Ellen
- County
- Cumberland
- EA Area
- Cumberland
- Type
- warning
- Reference
- 011WAFWE
What to Do
If a Flood Warning is active for this area, take immediate action:
- Move valuables and important documents upstairs
- Turn off gas, electricity, and water if safe to do so
- Move vehicles to higher ground
- Be prepared to evacuate if instructed
- Call 999 if in immediate danger
Flood Insurance for This Area
Properties in this flood warning area should ensure they have adequate flood insurance. The Flood Re scheme, backed by the government, ensures affordable cover for at-risk homes.