A FLOOD risk alert has been issued for much of the Morecambe Bay coastline in south Cumbria.
A central government warning has said that flooding is 'expected' at North Morecambe Bay including Roosebeck, South Ulverston, Canal Foot, East Plain Farm, Flookburgh Caravan Park, Meathop, Arnside and Sandside.
The alert says that flood urges people in those areas to take precautions.
The notice says: "Flooding is expected in this area.
"This means properties are at risk of flooding.
"Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions.
"Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water.
"Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
"Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message."
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