Flood Alert Info - North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton

Area Description

The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History

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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area

Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2024 19:32
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions over the coming days may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Monday 18/11/2024, between 04:45 and 07:45. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are working with partners to ensure nearby flood gates are closed. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Monday 18/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2024 09:29
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions over the coming days may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Sunday 17/11/2024, between 17:15 and 19:30 and then again on Monday 18/11/2024, between 04:45 and 07:45. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are working with partners to ensure nearby flood gates are closed. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 21:00 on Sunday 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 16:29
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions today may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Sunday 17/11/2024, between 04:15 and 05:45. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are working with partners to ensure nearby flood gates are closed. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Sunday 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 08:21
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions today may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Saturday 16/11/2024, between 16:00 and 18:00. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are working with partners to ensure nearby flood gates are closed. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Sunday 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2024 15:46
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions overnight may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Saturday 16/11/2024, between 02:30 and 07:15 and between 16:00 and 18:00. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are working with partners to ensure nearby flood gates are closed. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Saturday 16/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 20:48
North Sea
High tides and large waves this evening, Saturday 19th October, may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 6:15-8:45am on Sunday 20/10/2024. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are expected along the North Sea coast Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. This period of high tides continues into the weekend and so we may re-issue this alert for subsequent tides. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in Hornsea as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30am on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 10:00
North Sea
High tides and large waves this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 6:15PM and 6:30PM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are expected along the North Sea coast Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. This period of high tides continues into the weekend and so we may re-issue this alert for subsequent tides. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in Hornsea as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 12:52
North Sea
High tides and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 3:30 AM and 6:0AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are expected along the North Sea coast Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We remain in a period of high tides which may result in this alert being reissued to cover high tides later on the weekend. We are closing flood gates at Hornsea. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 16:53
North Sea
High tides and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 4:00 AM and 6:30AM on Thursday 17/10/2024. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are expected along the North Sea coast Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We are entering a period of high tides which is likely to result in this alert being reissued to cover high tides into the weekend. We are closing flood gates at Hornsea. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 09:32
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages. Flooding is possible between 8:00 AM and 8:45AM on Sunday 22/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. After this tide, conditions are expected to improve. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 22/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 16:29
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages. Flooding is possible between 6:30 AM and 9:30AM on Saturday 21/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. After this tide, conditions are expected to improve. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 21/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 10:32
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages. Flooding is possible between 6:30 AM and 9:30AM on Saturday 21/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. After this tide, conditions are expected to improve. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 21/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 16:43
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days Flooding is possible between 5:00 AM and 7:45AM on Friday 20/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. We expect this alert to remain in force for the AM tides for the next few days. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 20/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 09:08
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days Flooding is possible between 5:00 AM and 7:45AM on Friday 20/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. We expect this alert to remain in force for the AM tides for the next few days. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 20/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2024 15:50
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days Flooding is possible between 5:30 AM and 7:30AM on Thursday 19/09/2024. Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths in Hornsea. We are closing flood gates and closely monitoring the situation. We expect this alert to remain in force for the AM tides for the next few days. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 19/09/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 09:17
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 6.30am and 9.30am on Friday 23/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 21:39
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 6.30am and 9.30am tomorrow, Friday 23/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 16:07
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 6.30am and 9.30am tomorrow, Friday 23/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 09:00
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 6.30am and 8.30am today, Thursday 22/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9pm on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 20:21
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 6.30am and 8.30am tomorrow, Thursday 22/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 11:33
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 06:30 and 08:30 tomorrow, Thursday 22/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts / warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 21:00 on Wednesday 21/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2024 11:05
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast from tomorrow, Wednesday 21/08/2024 and over the coming days. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 5:45AM and 8AM tomorrow, Wednesday 21/08/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts / warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11PM on Wednesday 21/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 22:31
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Wednesday 10/04/24 between 6.30PM and 8PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Thursday 11/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 17:44
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Wednesday 10/04/24 between 6.30PM and 8PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 5:00am on Thursday 11/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Wednesday 10/04/24 between 6.30PM and 8PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 8PM on Wednesday 10/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 19:19
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Tuesday 09/04/24 between between 5PM and 8PM, and again Wednesday 10/04/24 between 6.30PM and 8PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 8AM on Wednesday 10/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 07:54
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Tuesday 09/04/24 between between 5PM and 8PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 7:30PM on Tuesday 09/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 19:16
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding remains possible this evening Monday 08/04/24 until the high tide has passed, as well as Tuesday morning between 05:00AM and 07:30AM. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 7:30AM on Tuesday 09/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 07:39
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible today, Monday 08/04/24 between 16.15PM and 19.15PM and again on Tuesday between 05:00AM and 07:30AM. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 7:30PM on Monday 08/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 20:07
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in place due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast from today Sunday 07/04/2024 and over the coming days. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible tomorrow, Monday 08/04/24 between 4.45AM and 6.45AM and again between 4.15PM and 7.15PM, particularly at Hornsea. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 8AM on Monday 08/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 08:33
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast from today Sunday 07/04/2024 and over the coming days. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 3 PM and 5 PM today, Sunday 07/04/2024 and again on Monday 08/04/2024 between 3.30AM and 6AM. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on Sunday, 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 09:25
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next two days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides this evening, Wednesday 13/02/2024 between 5:30 pm to 9pm and Thursday evening 14/03/24 between 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Wednesday 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 21:45
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next two days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides on Wednesday evening 13/02/2024 between 5:30 pm to 9pm and Thursday evening 14/03/24 between 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 09:35
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next few days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides on Tuesday evening, 12/03/2024, between 5:30pm and 8pm and Wednesday 13/02/2024 5:30 pm to 9pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Tuesday 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 21:44
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next few days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides on Tuesday evening, 12/03/2024, between 5:30pm and 8pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 09:56
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next few days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides on Monday, 11/03/2024, between 5pm to 7pm, and Tuesday, 12/03/2024, between 5:30pm and 8pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on 11/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 21:00
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next few days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tides on Monday, 11/03/2024, between 5:30pm to 8:30pm, and Tuesday, 12/03/2024, between 5:30pm and 8:30pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on 11/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 12:57
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as we can expect waves and spray overtopping on the coast throughout the next few days, as a result of a period of spring tides. Flooding of coastal roads and footpaths along coast frontages is likely for the high tide on Sunday 10/03/2024 between 4pm to 8:30pm, as well as Monday and Tuesday evening high tides. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in the Hornsea area. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the coming days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on 10/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 22:01
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible particularly at Hornsea between 6pm and 9pm on Tuesday, 13/02/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 14/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 10:51
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea . Flooding is possible particularly at Hornsea between 6pm and 9pm on Tuesday, 13/02/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Tuesday, 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 22:00
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening and throughout the next few days. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 5:30pm and 8pm on Monday, 12/02/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 10:59
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening and throughout the next few days. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding is possible between 5pm and 8pm on Sunday, 11/02/2024 and between 5:30pm and 8pm on Monday, 12/02/2024. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Sunday, 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 20:08
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning, Friday 09/02/2024. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea from 02:00am until 08:00am tomorrow, 09/02/2024. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through areas where waves are overtopping. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Friday 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 14:49
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning, Friday 09/02/2024. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea from 02:00am until 08:00am tomorrow, 09/02/2024. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through areas where waves are overtopping. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Thursday, 08/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2024 20:57
North Sea
This Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge, and wave action forecast on Monday evening (15/01/2024) between 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. Areas most at risk include properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge. Wave action will also be a hazard. Forecast tide levels are falling from Tuesday 16th January, but we will continue to monitor the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Tuesday 16/01/2024, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2024 13:14
North Sea
This Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge, and wave action forecast on Monday evening (15/01/2024) between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Areas most at risk include properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge. Wave action will also be a hazard. Forecast tide levels are falling from Tuesday 16th January, but we will continue to monitor the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2024 09:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge, and wave action forecast on Monday morning (15/01/2024) between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Areas most at risk include properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge. Wave action will also be a hazard. We will continue to monitor the forecast, and are expecting this flood alert to be required again for the Monday evening tide. We will re-issue this flood alert with additional timing details if required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 20:44
North Sea
This Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge, and wave action forecast on Monday morning (15/01/2024) between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Areas most at risk include properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge. Wave action will also be a hazard. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 14:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mapplelton has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge, and wave action forecast on Sunday evening (14/01/2024) between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM, and on Monday morning (15/01/2024) between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Areas most at risk include properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Sunday 14th January and Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge. Wave action will also be a hazard. As a result we may issue further alerts and warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on Sunday 14/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 20:35
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 06:30am to 7:30am on 02/10/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on 02/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 17:45
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 06:30am to 7:30am on 02/10/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9pm on 01/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 11:50
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (01/10/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 05:45am to 7:15am on 01/10/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9pm on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 20:37
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 05:15am to 06:30am on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 15:54
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 05:15am to 06:30am on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 13:54
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 04:15am to 05:30am on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 15:50
North Sea
High spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (29/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 03:15am to 05:00am on 29/09/2023. High astronomical tides will continue over the next few days peaking on Saturday. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2023 16:58
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (03/08/23). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea between 04:45 AM and 08:30 AM on 03/08/2023. High astronomical tides will continue over the next few days peaking on Saturday. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 03/08/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Mar 2023 08:39
North Sea
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2023 13:10
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides and forecasted weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, Friday 24/02/2023, between 6.30 PM and 9:30 PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast at Hornsea, particularly the north promenade. Large waves are expected and may cause disruption. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 9:30 am tomorrow morning 25/02/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2023 10:24
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides and forecasted weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, Wednesday 22/02/2023, between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast at Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 9:00PM this evening 22/02/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2023 09:44
North Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide and surge conditions expected between 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM on Monday 20/02/2023. Areas most at risk include properties in the vicinity of North Promenade and New Road, and in the vicinity of the leisure centre. We will continue to monitor the forecast and will re-issue this warning if necessary over the coming days. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 20/02/2023, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2023 09:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide between 06:30 PM and 09:00 PM on Wednesday 25/01/2023. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast at Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 25/01/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 16:20
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as strong winds are expected to cause overtopping waves and spray along the coast. Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads, promenades and coastal footpaths is expected between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM on Thursday 17/11/2022. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 18:39
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as strong winds are expected to cause overtopping waves and spray along the coast. Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. Flooding of coastal roads, promenades and coastal footpaths is expected between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM on Thursday 17/11/2022. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 15:01
North Sea
Wednesday morning's tide from 04:15 to 06:30 on 09/11/2022 is higher than normal due to winds and large waves. Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, including Hornsea. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 09/11/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2022 15:14
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as strong winds and unsettled weather may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow, Thursday 27/10/2022, particularly from 6:30 to 8:00am and from 6:45 to 8:15pm. The area most at risk is Hornsea North Promenade. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated after the morning tide on Thursday 27/10/2022, or as the situation changes. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2022 20:43
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning. Highest tide level is expected to be at Hornsea North Promenade between 06:00 AM and 07:30 AM on 11/10/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated following the tide tomorrow morning, 11/10/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2022 15:25
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening and tomorrow morning. Highest tide level is expected to be at Hornsea North Promenade between 5:30PM and 7:30PM on 10/10/2022 and 06:00 AM and 07:30 AM on 11/10/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated following the tide this evening, 10/10/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 23:14
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Tuesday 13th September 2022, between 7.00am and 8.45am. A high spring tide and onshore winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is Hornsea promenade. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, the 13th September, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 16:52
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Tuesday 13th September 2022, between 7.00am and 8.45am. A high spring tide and onshore winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is Hornsea promenade. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, the 13th September, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 02:06
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected between 17:30 and 22:00 on 21/02/2022 for the Hornsea area. Areas most at risk are properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by tomorrow morning 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 17:59
North Sea
This flood alert for has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected between 17:30 and 22:00 on 21/02/2022 evening for the Hornsea area. Areas most at risk are properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by tomorrow morning 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 14:01
North Sea
This flood alert for has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected between 17:30 and 22:00 on 21/02/2022 evening for the Hornsea area. Areas most at risk are properties from Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along Stream Dike and Foss Beck. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by tomorrow morning 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:13
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued as overtopping waves and spray caused by strong winds are expected between 7 PM and 9 PM on Sunday 20/02/2022. The particular area at risk is Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. Unsettled conditions are expected over the coming days and this alert may need to remain in force. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 21:47
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 19:30 and 22:30 this evening Sunday 06/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides as tide levels continue to fall but may trigger further alerts due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 14:05
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 19:30 and 22:30 this evening Sunday 06/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides as tide levels continue to fall but may trigger further alerts due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2022 21:21
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 18:00 and 20:45 this evening, Friday 04/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides but may trigger further alerts over the next few days due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2022 14:01
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 18:00 and 20:45 this evening, Friday 04/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides but may trigger further alerts over the next few days due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2022 10:48
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at Skipton, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued for this afternoon’s tide, Tuesday 1st February 2022, from 4:00pm until 6:30pm. Strong winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is North Hornsea promenade. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated before 9:00pm tonight, 1st February 2022 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2022 15:02
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at Skipton, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Sunday 30th January 2022, between 01:30am and 03:45am. Strong winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is North Hornsea promenade. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. Unsettled conditions are expected over the coming days and it is likely this alert will stay in force. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 30th January, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2022 08:51
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton between 6:00PM and 8:15PM on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hornsea North Promenade. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 20:42
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton between 5:30AM and 8:30AM and then again between 6:00PM and 8:15PM on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hornsea North Promenade. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 08:32
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton between between 5:30PM and 7:45PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hornsea North Promenade. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 18:51
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton between 5:00AM and 8:00AM, and then again between 5:30PM and 7:45PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hornsea North Promenade. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 08:53
North Sea
The Flood Alert is in force for the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton. Waves and spray are forecast to overtop coastal frontages at The North Sea coast this afternoon. No property flooding is expected. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, in particular around Hornsea between 16:00 and 18:45 on 03/01/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next five days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 03/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 20:59
North Sea
The Flood Alert is in force for the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton. Waves and spray are forecast to overtop coastal frontages at The North Sea coast this evening. No property flooding is expected. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, in particular around Hornsea between 16:00 and 18:45 on 03/01/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next five days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 09:06
North Sea
Waves and spray are forecast to overtop coastal frontages at The North Sea coast this afternoon. No property flooding is expected. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Skipsea to Mappleton, in particular around Hornsea between 03:30PM and 06:00PM on 02/01/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next five days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Plan driving routes to avoid coastal roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 02/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2022 18:52
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at Skipton, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Sunday 2nd January 2022, between 4.15am and 6.15am. Strong winds and surge are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is North Hornsea promenade. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. Unsettled conditions are expected over the coming days and it is likely this alert will stay in force. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 2nd January, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 20:07
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds for the North Sea coast. Overtopping waves are expected on Saturday evening, 25/12/2021, between 20:30pm and 21:30pm. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 26/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 09:13
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds for the North Sea coast. Overtopping waves are expected on Saturday evening, 25/12/2021, between 20:30 hours and 21:30 hours. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Saturday evening, 25/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 13:16
North Sea
High tides are forecast to bring high levels and large waves along the Yorkshire coast on Tuesday 07/12/2021, with the specific time of concern being Tuesday evening between 5pm and 7pm. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Tuesday evening 07/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2021 11:31
North Sea
High tides are forecast to bring high levels and large waves along the East Yorkshire coast on Saturday 04/12/2021, between 16:30-17:00 and on Sunday, 05/12/2021 between 04:45-05:15. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 05/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 19:08
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen causing large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast. Whilst overtopping is beginning to reduce, hazardous conditions are expected to continue overnight into early morning on Sunday 28th November 2021. the main area of concern is Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:00 on Sunday 28th November 2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 12:58
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen causing large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast throughout the weekend. Hazardous conditions remain throughout this time. Area of concern is Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 20:00 on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2021 21:28
North Sea
Strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast throughout the weekend from Friday evening 26th November 2021 until Sunday 28th November 2021. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by noon on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2021 16:31
North Sea
Strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast throughout the weekend from Friday evening 26th November 2021 until Sunday 28th November 2021. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by noon on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 14:23
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast today, Sunday 7th November between 17:30 and 20:00. The particular areas at risk are exposed frontages and paths around Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated later on Sunday 7th November 2021 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 10:56
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast today, Sunday 7th November between 17:30 and 19:45 hours. The particular areas at risk are exposed frontages and paths around Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated later on Sunday 7th November 2021 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 21:03
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast tomorrow, Sunday 7th November between 04:30 and 08:30am. The particular areas at risk are exposed frontages and paths around Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 9AM on Sunday 7th November 2021.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 13:17
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast tomorrow, Sunday 7th November between 04:30 and 08:30am. The particular areas at risk are exposed frontages and paths around Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 9PM on Saturday 6th November 2021.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 22:03
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast tomorrow morning, Friday 5th November between 03:45 and 05:15. The particular areas at risk are exposed area frontages in Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides in the coming days. Please be careful along beaches, promenades coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 on Friday 5th November 2021.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 14:08
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast tomorrow morning, Friday 5th November between 03:45 and 05:15. The particular areas at risk are exposed area frontages in Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides in the coming days. Please be careful along beaches, promenades coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 22:00 on Thursday 4th November 2021.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2021 20:34
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the East Yorkshire Coast tomorrow morning, Thursday 4th November between 02:30 and 05:30. The particular areas at risk are exposed area frontages in Hornsea. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides in the coming days. Please be careful along beaches, promenades coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:00 on Thursday 4th November 2021.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 19:17
North Sea
A flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 05.00 and 07.30 on Thursday morning 21/10/21. Areas most at risk are properties along North Promenade in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday morning by 11am, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 20:19
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued because we expect large waves and spray to affect sea front and coastal areas as a result of rising tides and strong winds. Overtopping waves are expected between 04:00 and 07:00 BST on Wednesday morning, 06/10/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Hornsea Promenade and Leisure Centre. Tides are continuing to rise towards springs on Friday, 08/10/2021 and we will update this message for successive tides if required. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Apr 2021 18:09
North Sea
A flood alert has been issued. The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea, and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 19:15 and 21:45 today, Thursday 29th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 30th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Apr 2021 10:17
North Sea
A flood alert has been issued. The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea, and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 19:15 and 21:45 today, Thursday 29th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this evening, Thursday 29th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2021 20:14
North Sea
A flood alert has been issued. The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea, and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 19:15 and 21:45 on Thursday 29th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 29th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2021 09:11
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea, and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 18:00 and 19:00, today, Wednesday 28th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this evening, Wednesday 28th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Apr 2021 20:57
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea, and Mappleton has been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 07:30, and 08:30, on Wednesday 28th April, and then again between 18:00, and 19:00 on Wednesday 28th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 28th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Apr 2021 12:10
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides between 17:30, and 19:00, on Tuesday 27th April. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land, and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this evening, Tuesday 27th April, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 16:54
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high astronomical tides today, Monday 29th March, between 17:45 and 19:00. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 08:18
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high astronomical tides today, Monday 29th March, between 17:45 and 19:00. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 20:55
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high astronomical tides tomorrow between 17:45 and 19:00, Monday 29th March. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Monday morning, 29th March, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 14:06
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has now been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high astronomical tides, between 16:15 and 17:15 today, Sunday 28th March, and between 16:45 and 18:00 tomorrow, Monday 29th March. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 13:52
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has now been issued. Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high astronomical tides. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 16:15 and 17:15 today, Sunday 28th March and between 16:45 and 18:00 tomorrow, Monday 29th March. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 19:55
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been updated to include additional tidal information. It remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea during the early hours of Tuesday morning, 09/02/2021. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Tuesday morning 09/02/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 08:16
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton has been updated to include additional tidal information. It remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea during high tides on Monday afternoon, 8/2/21 and again during the early hours of Tuesday morning, 9/2/21. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 23:57
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea on high tides. The particular time of concern is on Monday morning 08/02/2021 from 00:30 to 08:00. Strong winds and large waves are expected to continue during Monday, and so this alert may be updated to include subsequent tides in due course. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 17:11
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea on high tides. The particular times of concern are from Sunday, 07/02/2021, from 12:00 until 17:30 and then on Monday morning from 00:30 to 08:00. Strong winds and large waves are expected to continue during Monday, and so this alert may be updated to include subsequent tides in due course. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 07:42
North Sea
The food alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea on high tides. Particular times of concern are from Sunday, 07/02/2021, from midday until evening. Strong winds are forecast to cause continued large waves. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 23:41
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea on high tides. Particular times of concern are from late evening, Saturday 06/02/21 until the early hours of Sunday 07/02/21 and again on Sunday from midday until evening. Strong winds are forecast to cause continued large waves. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Sunday morning, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 16:42
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force due to wave overtopping and windblown spray at Hornsea on high tides. Particular times of concern are from late evening today, Saturday 06/02/21 until the early hours of Sunday 07/02/21 and again on Sunday from midday until evening. Strong winds are forecast to cause continued large waves. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Sunday morning, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 08:22
North Sea
We are issuing the Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton. This alert is being issued due to wave overtopping and windblown spray on today’s high tides. This alert will be in force late morning to early afternoon on Saturday 6/2/21 and again late evening until the early hours of Sunday morning, 7/2/21. Strong winds are forecast to cause continued large waves. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Sunday morning, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 16:33
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. This alert is issued due to forecast rising astronomical tides combined with forecast wave and spray overtopping of sea defences. The alert will be in force from 17:00 until 17:30 on Tuesday, 15/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 08:46
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. This alert is issued due to forecast rising astronomical tides combined with forecast wave and spray overtopping of sea defences. The alert will be in force from 17:00 until 17:30 on Tuesday, 15/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 20:13
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton remains in force. This alert is issued due to forecast rising astronomical tides combined with forecast wave and spray overtopping of sea defences. The alert will be in force from 04:30 until 05:15 and then from 17:00 until 17:30 on Tuesday, 15/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Tuesday morning 15/12/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 16:59
North Sea
We are issuing the Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton. This alert is being issued due to forecast rising astronomical tides combined with forecast wave and spray overtopping of sea defences. The alert will be in force from 04:30 until 05:15 and then from 17:00 until 17:30 on Tuesday, 15/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message before 21:00 on Monday, 14/12/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 20:33
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as strong to gale force winds in the North Sea are expected to create overtopping waves and wind-blown spray along the Yorkshire coast between 06:30 and 09:00 on Thursday morning 19/11/20. Large waves can be dangerous. Please avoid coastal frontages in Hornsea and surrounding areas. Large waves and strong winds are expected to continue along the East Coast during Thursday so this Flood Alert may be required for subsequent tides tomorrow. We are constantly monitoring the forecast, and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 12:51
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides until Tuesday 17/11/20. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible particularly for tomorrow morning’s tide between 05:00 and 07:15 on 17/11/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 17/11/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 09:48
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides until Tuesday 17/11/20. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible for this afternoon’s tide between 16:30 and 19:15. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 13:03
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides until Tuesday 17/11/20. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 15:45 and 18:15 today 15/11/2020. The flood alert will remain in force for the highest tide on Monday 16/11/2020 between 03:15 and 06:45 and the afternoon tide between 16:30 and 19:15. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 08:58
North Sea
Tidal alerts are expected on this afternoon’s high tide and both tides on Monday. Atlantic low-pressure systems are expected to bring strong south-west to westerly winds, particularly today 15/11/2020. A detailed forecast will be updated for this alert later this morning.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 12:04
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 15:30 and 17:30 today 14/11/2020. The flood alert will remain in force for the high tide on Sunday 15/11/2020 between 03:15 and 06:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/11/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 07:51
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Monday 19th October between 6am and 8am. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea remains in force for the Sunday evening tide. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected until Tuesday 20th October. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 21:18
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Monday 19th October between 6am and 8am. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea remains in force for the Sunday evening tide. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected until Tuesday 20th October. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 14:13
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Sunday 18th October from 6:30pm to 8pm, and on Monday 19th October between 6am and 8am. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea remains in force for the Sunday evening tide. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected until Tuesday 20th October. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 08:55
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Sunday 18th October from 6:30pm to 8pm. It is likely that this alert will be needed for the morning’s high tide on Monday 19th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea has also been issued for the same high tides. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 22:04
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Sunday 18th October from 5:30am to 8:30am and 6:30pm to 8pm. It is likely that this alert will be needed for the morning’s high tide on Monday 19th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea has also been issued for the same high tides. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 14:27
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides through to Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Saturday 17th October from 5:45pm to 7:45pm, Sunday 18th October from 5:30am to 8:30 am and 6:30pm to 8pm. It is likely that this alert will be needed for the morning’s high tide on Monday 19th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. The flood warning for the North Promenade at Hornsea has also been issued for the same high tides. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 09:00
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for some localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides over the next few days. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Saturday 17th October between 5:45pm and 7:30pm local time. It is likely that this Flood Alert will remain in place for the high tides on Sunday 18th and Monday 19th October. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2020 22:31
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for some localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides over the next few days. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Saturday 17th October between 5am and 7am local time as well as between 5:45pm and 7:30pm local time. It is likely that this Flood Alert will remain in place for the high tides on Sunday 18th and Monday 19th October. This message will be updated on Saturday to provide further details, including timings


Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2020 15:24
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the potential for some localised flooding in the Hornsea area during high tides over the next few days. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the area of the North Promenade in Hornsea on Saturday 17th October between 5 am and 7 am local time as well as between 5:45pm and 7:30pm local time. It is likely that this Flood Alert will remain in place for the high tides on Sunday 18th and Monday 19th October. This message will be updated on Saturday to provide further details, including timings


Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2020 16:27
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to high astronomic tides causing overtopping waves and spray in Hornsea between 06:30 and 08:00 on Sunday 20/09/20. The areas most likely to be affected are Marine Drive and South Promenade in Hornsea. Please take care and be aware of the risk of waves crashing into coastal frontages, and avoid low level footpaths along the promenade during this time. Weather conditions are generally settled for the weekend, with spring tides peaking on Sunday, and so it is unlikely that we will need to re-issue this alert for Monday mornings tide. However, we are monitoring the situation closely, and will update this message before 10:00 on Sunday 20/09/20 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2020 16:18
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to high astronomic tides which may cause overtopping waves and spray in Hornsea between 06:00 and 07:00 on Saturday 19/09/20. The areas most likely to be affected are Marine Drive and South Promenade in Hornsea. Please take care and be aware of the risk of waves crashing into coastal frontages, avoid low level footpaths along the promenade during this time. Weather conditions are generally settled for the weekend. However, spring tides will peak on Sunday, and so it is likely that we will re-issue this alert for Sunday mornings tide too. We are monitoring the situation closely, and will update this message before 10:00 on Saturday 19/09/20


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 20:25
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 7am and 10am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds will be less than they were on Friday, but we are in a period of high spring tides and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the morning of Sunday 23/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 15:09
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 7am and 10am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds will be less than they were on Friday, but we are in a period of high spring tides and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the evening of Saturday 22/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 09:10
North Sea
This Flood Alert was issued for the high tide on the morning of Saturday 22/08/20. The Saturday evening high tide will be lower and is not expected to cause flooding, but high spring tides will continue through the weekend. We are reviewing forecasts and will reissue this Alert if we expect conditions to worsen again. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon Saturday 22/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 20:39
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Saturday 22/08/20 between 6am and 9am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to be lower than they were on Friday morning, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the morning of Saturday 22/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 15:00
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Saturday 22/08/20 between 7am and 9am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to be lower than they were on Friday morning, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the evening of Friday 21/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 09:16
North Sea
This Flood Alert was issued for the high tide on the morning of Friday 21/08/20. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue through the weekend. We are reviewing forecasts and will reissue this Alert if we expect conditions to worsen again. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on the afternoon of Friday 21/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 20:00
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 6am and 9am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the morning of Friday 21/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 14:47
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 6am and 9am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated this evening, Thursday 20/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 May 2020 23:29
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at North Hornsea will be in force from 08:15 until 08:45 AM on Sunday, 10/05/2020, due to forecast overtopping of the sea defences caused by the high astronomical tide. We do not expect wind driven waves or spray to be an issue. The area of concern is around the Leisure Centre, properties around the leisure centre, and the area behind South Promenade as far as Hornsea Burton Road, including Grainger Road and Pasture Road. However, we do not expect significant volumes of overtopping on this tide. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this warning on Sunday morning or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 May 2020 15:56
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast at North Hornsea will be in force from 08:15 until 08:45 AM on Sunday, 10/05/2020, due to forecast overtopping of the sea defences caused by the high astronomical tide. We do not expect wind driven waves or spray to be an issue. The area of concern is around the Leisure Centre, properties around the leisure centre, and the area behind South Promenade as far as Hornsea Burton Road, including Grainger Road and Pasture Road. However, we do not expect significant volumes of overtopping on this tide. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this warning in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2020 22:19
North Sea
This flood alert was issued for the high tides on Friday evening 10/04/20. The risk has now passed and this alert will be removed during sociable hours on Saturday morning.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2020 10:32
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as wave overtopping is forecast for Hornsea due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 6:30pm and 9pm on Friday 10/04/2020 . Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Friday evening or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2020 22:07
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as wave overtopping is forecast for Hornsea due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 5:30pm and 9:30pm on Friday 10/04/2020 . Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Friday morning or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2020 11:08
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as wave overtopping is forecast for Hornsea due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 5pm and 9:30pm on Thursday 09/04/2020 and between 5:30pm and 9:30pm on Friday 10/04/2020 . Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday evening or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 21:15
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. This flood alert was in force particularly for the high tide on the evening of Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will update or remove this alert on Saturday morning. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 10:00
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 19:00 and 21:00 today 13/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Friday evening 13/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 21:48
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible today 12/03/2020 and between 06:00 and 09:00 on Friday 13/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Similar coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Friday morning 13/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 13:31
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 17:00 and 21:00 today 12/03/2020 and between 06:00 and 09:00 on Friday 13/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Similar coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday evening 12/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 09:28
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides from Thursday 12/03/20 until Friday 13/03/2020 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying property, land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message on Thursday afternoon 12/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 20:26
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, between 06:30 and 09:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, or if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 11:47
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 17:00 and 19:45 today 11/03/2020 and tomorrow 12/03/2020 between 05:30 and 08:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon 11/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 08:42
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides on Wednesday 11/03/20 and Friday 13/03/2020 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon on Wednesday 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 21:56
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as flooding is possible as a result of high spring tides combined with a small positive surge. Consequently water levels on Wednesday morning’s high tide 11/03/20 between 06:30 and 08:30 has the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Further high tides are expected over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 13:07
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as flooding is possible between 16:30 and 19:00 today Tuesday 10/03/20, as a result of high spring tides. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Further high tides are expected over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 22:49
North Sea
The high tide has now receded and is back below levels of concern. Our incident response staff continue to closely monitor the forecast. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. This alert will be removed on Friday morning 14/02/2020.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 12:28
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Thursday 13/02/2020 from around 7pm to 9.30 pm. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 06:49
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Thursday 13/02/2020 from around 7pm to 9.30 pm. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 23:24
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Thursday 13/02/2020 from around 7pm to 9.30 pm. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 15:43
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas of particular concern are coastal promenades, footpaths, frontages and coastal roads around Hornsea. Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Wednesday 12/02/2020 from around 6.30pm till 8.30 pm and Thursday 13/02/2020 from around 7pm to 9.30 pm. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this evening, 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 21:35
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides which will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday (11/02/20). Spray overtopping is possible between the hours of 17.10 and 20:20 this evening. The high tide is now receding and this flood warning will be removed in the morning, unless the situation changes. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 12:38
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides which will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday (11/02/20). Spray overtopping is possible between the hours of 17.10 and 20:20 in the evening. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 04:28
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides which will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday (11/02/20). Spray overtopping is possible between the hours of 05:00 and 07:00 in the morning and 17:00 and 19:30 in the evening. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 21:02
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday (11/02/20). Spray overtopping is possible between the hours of 05:00 and 07:00 in the morning and 17:00 and 19:30 in the evening. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:59
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Monday evening (10/02/20). Spray overtopping is possible between the hours of 16:45 and 19:45 at Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 21:04
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high astronomic tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Monday morning (10/02/20). Areas of particular concern are exposed promenades and frontages in Hornsea between the hours of 04:00am and 07:30am. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 15:29
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of Storm Brendan causing strong winds and large waves. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 18:15 and 20:30 today 14/01/20. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Dec 2019 11:05
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area to be able to pump water from Stream Dike into the North Sea. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations on Monday 02/12/2019. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. No impacts are expected on the coastline as conditions are settled with reduced high tide levels. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message on Tuesday morning 03/12/2019, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2019 10:26
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike into the North Sea. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations on Sunday 01/12/2019. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. No impacts are expected on the coastline as conditions are settled with reduced high tide levels. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message on Monday morning 02/12/2019, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2019 21:29
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations overnight and into Sunday 01/12/2019. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Coastal conditions have improved as the highest spring tides have now passed. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message on Sunday morning 01/12/2019, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2019 18:08
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations on Saturday night 30/11/19 and into Sunday 01/12/2019. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Coastal conditions have improved as the highest spring tides have now passed. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2019 09:43
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations on Saturday 30/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Coastal conditions have improved as the highest spring tides have now passed. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2019 01:28
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Coastal conditions have improved as the highest spring tides have now passed. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2019 17:40
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Coastal conditions have improved as the highest spring tides have now passed. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2019 09:26
North Sea
The morning tide has now peaked and coastal conditions are improving. The flood alert remains in force as we still have pumps deployed in the area pumping water from Stream Dike. South Promenade will remain closed to facilitate pumping operations. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2019 04:59
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray can be expected as a result of large waves and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 06:00 and 06:30 on the high tide on Friday morning, 29/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message by 9am on Friday morning, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 20:59
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray can be expected as a result of large waves and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 06:00 and 06:30 on the high tide on Friday morning, 29/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message by 9am on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 13:22
North Sea
This flood alert has been updated with new forecast information. Overtopping waves and spray can be expected as a result of large waves and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 17:00 and 18:15 on the high tide on Thursday, 28/11/19, and again between 06:00 and 06:30 on the high tide on Friday, 29/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will be update this message by 9am on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 08:49
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force following this morning’s high tide on 28/11/19. The tide has now peaked, but high water levels and windblown spray due to strong onshore wind conditions means that this alert is expected to be re-issued later today for this evening’s high tide on 28/11/19.The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday afternoon by 2pm on 28/11/19 with the latest forecast timings for expected wave overtopping


Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 13:28
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray can be expected as a result of spring high tides and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 16:45 and 17:30 on the high tide on Wednesday, 27/11/19, and again between 04:45 and 06:15 on the high tide on Thursday, 28/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Hornsea. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will be update this message by 10am on Thursday 28/11/19, or as the situation changes.