Flood Alert Info - Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet

Area Description

The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet.
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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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area

Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 16:38
The Humber
High tides and forecast weather conditions overnight may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Sunday 17/11/2024, between 06:00 and 09:00. Areas most at risk include the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. Hessle foreshore 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 15:31
The Humber
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 04:45 and 06:45. Areas most at risk include the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. Hessle foreshore 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 20:49
The Humber
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning, Sunday 20th October, may lead to flooding along the North Bank of the Humber Estuary. Flooding is possible around the high tide between 7:30-10:00am on Sunday 20/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to the Humber, from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet, including Brough. Further flooding is possible over the weekend due to higher than normal tides and this alert may be re-issued as a result. We are closing flood gates in the area, including Hessle Foreshore. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads near the Humber as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00am on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 10:02
The Humber
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning, Sunday 20th October, may lead to flooding along the North Bank of the Humber Estuary. Flooding is possible around the high tide between 7:30-10:00am on Sunday 20/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to the Humber, from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet, including Brough. Further flooding is possible over the weekend due to higher than normal tides and this alert may be re-issued as a result. We are closing flood gates in the area, including Hessle Foreshore. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads near the Humber as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00am on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 20:59
The Humber
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Bank of the Humber Estuary. Flooding is possible around the high tide between 7:30 AM and 9:45 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to the Humber, from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet, including Brough. Further flooding is possible over the weekend due to higher-than-normal tides and this alert may be re-issued as a result. We are closing flood gates in the area, including Hessle Foreshore. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads near the Humber as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:45 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 09:12
The Humber
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Bank of the Humber Estuary. Flooding is possible around the high tide between 7:30 AM and 9:45 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to the Humber, from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet, including Brough. Further flooding is possible over the weekend due to higher-than-normal tides and this alert may be re-issued as a result. We are closing flood gates in the area, including Hessle Foreshore. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads near the Humber as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 16:30
The Humber
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Bank of the Humber Estuary Flooding is possible around the high tide between 6:30 AM on 18/10/2024 and 8:30 AM on 18/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to the Humber, from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet, including Brough. Further flooding is possible over the weekend due to higher-than-normal tides and this alert may be re-issued as a result. We are closing flood gates in the area, including Hessle Foreshore. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads near the Humber as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 09:16
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible on Friday 23/08/2024 between 8am and 11.00am. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 10:00 PM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 21:38
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from tomorrow, Friday 23/08/2024 between 8am and 11.00am. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 10:00 AM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 16:07
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from tomorrow, Friday 23/08/2024 between 8am and 11.00am. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 10pm on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 09:06
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from today, Thursday 22/08/2024 between 8am and 11.15am. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 9pm on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 20:29
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from tomorrow, Thursday 22/08/2024 between 8am and 11.15am. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 9am on Thursday 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 11:45
The Humber
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from tomorrow, Thursday 22/08/2024 between 08:00AM and 11:15AM. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 9:00PM on Wednesday 21/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2024 11:16
The Humber
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible from tomorrow, Wednesday 21/08/2024 between 7:15AM – 10AM. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 11PM on Wednesday 21/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 22:09
The Humber
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Thursday 11/04/2024 between 8:45PM and 9:15PM. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 Friday 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 10:06
The Humber
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today, Thursday 11/04/2024 between 8:45PM and 9:15PM. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 10:00pm on Thursday 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 19:25
The Humber
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today Tuesday 09/04/24 between 6.45PM and 10PM. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads on the Humber Estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 07:58
The Humber
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding is possible today Tuesday 09/04/24 between 08:00AM and 09:30AM, and again between 6.45PM and 10PM. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads on the Humber Estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 Tuesday 09/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 19:25
The Humber
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible this evening, Monday 08/04/24, until the high tide has passed. Flooding is also possible tomorrow Tuesday 09/04/24 between 08:00AM and 09:30AM. Areas most at risk include the Humber Estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 Tuesday 09/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 07:50
The Humber
This Flood Alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 18:30PM and 20:00PM today Monday 08/04/24. Areas most at risk include the Humber Estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 Monday 08/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 19:20
The Humber
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. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 7PM and 8PM today, and again tomorrow Monday 08/04/24 between 6PM and 7.30PM. Areas most at risk include the Humber Estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. 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 Monday 08/04/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 22:01
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast for 8:45pm this evening, Tuesday 13/02/2024. Areas most at risk include the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet . Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 8:30pm and 9:30pm this evening, Tuesday 13/02/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as 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 12:34
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast for 8:45pm this evening, Tuesday 13/02/2024. Areas most at risk include the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet . Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 8:30pm and 9:30pm this evening, Tuesday 13/02/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads as waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11pm on Tuesday, 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 13:50
The Humber
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast on Sunday evening (14/01/2024) between 8:15PM and 10:30PM. The tide is expected to be higher than normal due to the effect of positive surge and spring tides. Areas most at risk are around East Clough in the Melton area. Tides on Monday are also expected to be higher than normal, but are currently below levels of concern in the forecast. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation. We will re-issue this flood alert for any additional tides of concern. 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 9:00 AM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2023 18:13
The Humber
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 1 Oct 2023 20:35
The Humber
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Flooding is possible at The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet at 08:00 to 09:45 on 02/10/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will 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 13:44
The Humber
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Flooding is possible at The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet at 08:00 to 09:45 on 02/10/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 01/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 20:37
The Humber
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Flooding is possible in The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet at 06:30AM to 08:30AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert for subsequent tides if necessary. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will 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
The Humber
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Flooding is possible in The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet at 06:30AM to 08:30AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert for subsequent tides if necessary. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will 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 14:15
The Humber
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Flooding is possible in The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet at 05:30AM to 07:30AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert for subsequent tides if necessary. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Mar 2023 04:06
The Humber
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 13:16
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides and forecast weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping on the estuary today, Friday 24/02/2023, between 8:00 PM and midnight. Large waves are expected and may cause disruption. Flooding is possible from the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. We will continue to liaise with local authorities and keep closely monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. 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 10:23
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides and forecast weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping on the estuary today, Wednesday 22/02/2023, between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM. Flooding is possible from the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. We will continue to liaise with local authorities and keep closely monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM this evening 22/02/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2023 09:43
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides and forecast weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping on the estuary today, Monday 20/02/2023, between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM. Flooding is possible from the Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet. We will continue to liaise with local authorities and keep closely monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 20/02/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:12
The Humber
The flood alert Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet has been issued as strong winds are expected to cause waves and spray overtopping from 8 PM to 10:30 PM on Sunday 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary at West Hessle foreshore and East Clough. We will continue to monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 12:19
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued as strong winds are expected to cause waves and spray overtopping on the Humber estuary this evening Friday 18/02/2022. Flooding is possible at The Humber estuary from Hessle Haven to Faxfleet from 07:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Unsettled conditions are expected to continue so alerts and warnings may be required over the weekend. Areas most at risk include The Humber estuary at West Hessle foreshore. We will continue to liaise with local authorities and keep closely monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2022 21:20
The Humber
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 20:45 and 22:15 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 13:57
The Humber
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 20:45 and 22:15 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 11:59
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued as strong winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around East Clough. Flooding is possible from 6:00pm until 8:30pm today, Tuesday 1st February 2022. Areas most at risk are around East Clough. 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 tonight 1st February 2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 20:53
The Humber
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible between 8:00AM and 10:00AM on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hessle Haven, and Hessle Foreshore and North Ferriby. 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. The new flood gates around Hessle foreshore have been closed and will remain closed for the next few days until the high tidal levels pass. 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 10:30AM on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 08:32
The Humber
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible between 6:30PM and 8:00PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hessle Haven, and Hessle Foreshore and North Ferriby. 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. The new flood gates around Hessle foreshore have been closed and will remain closed for the next few days until the high tidal levels pass. 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 19:24
The Humber
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible between 6:30AM and 7:00AM, and then again between 6:30PM and 8:00PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Hessle Haven, and Hessle Foreshore and North Ferriby.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. The new flood gates around Hessle foreshore have been closed and will remain closed for the next few days until the high tidal levels pass. 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 7 Nov 2021 18:15
The Humber
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary today, Sunday 7th November between 19:45-21:30. The particular areas at risk are exposed riverside frontages around Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough. Please be careful along beaches and riverside 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 Monday 8th November 2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 11:10
The Humber
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary today, Sunday 7th November between 06:00 and 10:00 hours. The particular areas at risk are exposed riverside frontages around Hessle foreshore and North Ferriby. 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 and riverside 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 20:55
The Humber
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary tomorrow, Sunday 7th November between 06:00 and 10:00am. The particular areas at risk are exposed riverside frontages around Hessle foreshore and North Ferriby. 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 and riverside 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 13:27
The Humber
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary tomorrow, Sunday 7th November between 06:00 and 10:00am. The particular areas at risk are exposed riverside frontages around Hessle foreshore and North Ferriby. 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 and riverside 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 20 Oct 2021 19:16
The Humber
Overtopping waves and spray are expected along the Yorkshire coast and Humber Estuary between 07:00 and 09:15 at East Clough on Thursday morning, 21/10/21. Large waves can be dangerous. Please avoid exposed Humber frontages in this area. Please be careful along exposed footpaths and roads as waves and overtopping spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday morning by 11am, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 20:34
The Humber
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 and Humber Estuary between 08:45 and 11:15 at East Clough and between 09:00 and 10:45 at North Ferriby footpath on Thursday morning 19/11/20. Large waves can be dangerous. Please avoid exposed Humber frontages in this area. Large waves and strong winds are expected to continue so this Flood Alert may be required for subsequent tides tomorrow. We are constantly monitoring the forecast, and will update this message in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 09:40
The Humber
Tidal alerts are possible for this afternoon’s high tide on Monday 16/11/2020. A detailed forecast will be updated for this alert later this afternoon 16/11/2020.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 14:46
The Humber
This flood alert has been issued as a result of high spring tides. Tides will be at their highest between 05:15 and 09:00 tomorrow, 16/11/2020. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near the Humber Country Park. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 20:49
The Humber
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 9am and midday as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around East Clough. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along waterside footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping 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 15:26
The Humber
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 9am and midday as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around East Clough. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along waterside footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping 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 21 Aug 2020 11:09
The Humber
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 waterside footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping 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 20:08
The Humber
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 7am and 11am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around East Clough. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along waterside footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping 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 15:11
The Humber
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 7am and 11am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around East Clough. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along waterside footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping 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 12 Mar 2020 21:34
The Humber
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 20:00 and 22:30 today 12/03/2020. 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 waterfront areas, footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Friday morning 13/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 14:00
The Humber
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 20:00 and 22:30 today 12/03/2020. 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 waterfront areas, footpaths and roads as large waves and overtopping spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday evening 12/03/2020


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 09:41
The Humber
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 21:04
The Humber
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding is possible on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, between 08:30 and 10:30. Areas most at risk are East Clough and North Ferriby footpath. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along 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 12:48
The Humber
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding is possible between 19:30 and 22:00 today, 11/03/2020 and on Thursday, 12/03/2020 between 08:30am and 10:15am. Areas most at risk are East Clough and North Ferriby footpath. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Wednesday evening 11/03/2020.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 09:24
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/20 to 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 22:34
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding is possible between 06:45 and 09:30 on Wednesday 11/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Hessle foreshore, Hessle Haven and around North Ferriby. 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 , or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 13:11
The Humber
Flooding of coastal areas is possible between 18:30 and 20:45 today Tuesday 10/03/20 as a result of high spring tides, and then again on Wednesday 11/03/20 between 06:45 and 09:30. Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, Hessle Haven and around North Ferriby. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. 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 12 Feb 2020 07:40
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force as strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary at high tides. Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough. 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 23:08
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force as strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary at high tides. Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message before 09:00 on Wednesday, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 20:34
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force as strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Tuesday evening (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough between the hours of 19:00 and 23:00 this 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 before 09:00 on Wednesday, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 13:30
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force for strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Tuesday morning (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough between the hours of 19:00 and 23:00 this 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 04:23
The Humber
This flood alert remains in force for strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Tuesday morning (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore and North Ferriby between the hours of 07:15 and 09:00 and East Clough between the hours of 06:45 and 09:00. 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 20:36
The Humber
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides, will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Tuesday morning (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore and North Ferriby between the hours of 07:15 and 09:00 and East Clough between the hours of 06:45 and 09:00. 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
The Humber
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Monday evening (10/02/20). Areas of particular concern are Hessle foreshore, North Ferriby and East Clough, between the hours of 18:00 and 21:00. 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 21:14
The Humber
Strong westerly winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high astronomic tides will drive wave and spray overtopping along the Humber Estuary on Monday morning (10/02/20). Areas of particular concern are exposed promenades and frontages in Hessle between the hours of 06:00am and 08:30am. 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.