Border Floods

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West Cumbria road reopens two weeks early thanks to good weather

The A596 in Flimby has reopened two weeks ahead of schedule after flood alleviation work was completed.

2 May 2023

Plans approved for next stage of Kendal Flood Scheme

The Environment Agency has been granted permission by South Lakeland District Council for a new pumping station for Stock Beck and flood defences.

17 Mar 2023

Drop-in sessions held to hear views on record flooding

The area experienced its worst flooding on record at the end of 2022.

13 Feb 2023

Milestone reached in Kendal flood defences but still a long road ahead

New flood defences installed for flats in Kendal

Heavy rain brings disruption to region's roads and railways

Kendal's Victoria Bridge reopens after vital repair work

Deadline approaches for flood grant applicants

New charity launched in response to floods

Leadsom outlines flood prevention strategy

Residents not doing enough to protect homes from floods

Funding available for Carlisle flood victims

Kendal volunteers offer support to flood victims

Cumbrian NHS staff honoured at Downing Street

Man jailed for stealing outside flooded Carlisle homes