First published Oct 26, 2026, 5:25:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 26, 2026, 5:25:15 PM UTC

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Orange Flooding Warning issued for United Kingdom - Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe

An official Meteoalarm warning identifies severe flooding risk and labels the warning immediate for the specified coastal area. It is valid from October 26 to October 28, 2026.

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Affected location: Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth, including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe

Illustrative image: Image of the newly built township of Gretna in WW1 — The Devil's Porridge Museum/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

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The warning calls for immediate attention across the named coastal area and remains valid until October 28, 2026.

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Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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Meteoalarm UK Orange Flooding Warning issued for United Kingdom - Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe

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