Border region hit by high winds and flooding
It has been a stormy few days in Cumbria and the south of Scotland.
Many areas have been flooded, resulting in schools and roads being closed, and harming many businesses.
Environment Agency warns people not to go near rivers
The Environment Agency is warning people not to go near rivers after continuous rain has swollen rivers and raised the height of Cumbrian lakes.
There were 48 flood warnings and alerts in Cumbria over the weekend, and flood alerts in Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders, with thousands of homeowners on standby preparing for flooding.
Cumbria Police warns many roads may still be affected by standing water as rain continues to make its way down from the fells.
Stewart Mounsey is from the Environment Agency:
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Council's response to severe weather
Cumbria has been hit by flooding and high winds, and the County Council has explained how it's acted to minimise the damage.
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Cumbria: Road closures across the county
A number of roads have been closed across Cumbria due to flooding and extreme weather conditions. Here's the full list of road closures:
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Cumbria flood warnings
The Border region was given severe flood warnings that over 1000 homes could flood, but rain caused only minor disruptions.