The government is considering proposals that would pay farmers to allow their land to be flooded during periods of heavy rainfall. The idea would be to prevent the water from reaching more densely ...

These dramatic aerial photos show the devastation caused to flood-hit Cumbria by Storm Desmond. The pictures show the submerged streets of county town Carlisle and the surrounding fields under ...

BBC Radio Cumbria journalist Steven Bell said that there was a "major risk" that two electricity substations could flood in Carlisle, which could cut power to 60,000 homes.

Mackenthun said he lost 12% of his crop last year, due to flooding. He says some farmers could look to replant if they lose ...

Cumbria has seen flooding once again. The Glenridding Hotel has flooded for the fourth time in two months. Contractors were trying to dry the hotel out and say the latest flooding will set them back.

A man has died as Storm Desmond tore through Britain, bringing strong winds and heavy rain which caused Cumbria to declare a major incident. The 90-year-old man, who died near Finchley Central ...

Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of northern England with parts of Cumbria and Yorkshire badly affected. Many rivers have burst their banks causing problems to roads, railway lines and ...

Exactly one year on from floods of "biblical" proportions which claimed one life and affected 1,500 homes, Cumbria's recovery has been hailed as a triumph of spirit.

Cumbria flood: 'This field used to extend for another 25m' Close. The government is considering proposals that would pay farmers to allow their land to be flooded during periods of heavy rainfall.

These dramatic aerial photos show the devastation caused to flood-hit Cumbria by Storm Desmond. The pictures show the submerged streets of county town Carlisle and the surrounding fields under ...

A man has died as Storm Desmond tore through Britain, bringing strong winds and heavy rain which caused Cumbria to declare a major incident.The 90-year-old man, who died near Finchley Central ...