The document identifies several flood defenses that were constructed in Cockermouth following flooding 3 years prior. These include: 1) An ongoing extension of the river wall; 2) Temporary sandbagging; 3) A footbridge with strengthened walls; 4) An automated lifting barrier on Cocker Lane; 5) Floodproofing and extending residences; 6) Double gates at the Market Square entrance. The defenses aim to prevent future flooding in vulnerable areas around the rivers Cocker and Derwent.