<p>Severe flooding in Cumbria caused chaos over the weekend of December 4 to 6, with several towns completely flooded. Cumbria Police declared the flooding a “major incident" and worked with other emergency services to help those affected. Residents were advised not to make unnecessary journeys and to avoid flooded areas.</p><br /><p>Aerial footage shows the flood waters spreading through Cockermouth in Cumbria on December 6. Credit: YouTube/Toby Smith</p>
