Severe flooding in Cumbria caused chaos over the weekend of December 4-6, 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.Tens of thousands were left without power across northern England, and parts of Wales and Scotland. Here, a local Tesco supermarket and other businesses are surrounded by flood waters. Credit: YouTube/Helipromo