Maldon Town waterfront from Anchorage Hill, including Chandlers Quay, The Hythe, Promenade Park and Blackwater Leisure Centre.
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The red highlighted area on the map below outlines the area covered by this Flood Warning.
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.
River Blackwater
Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected Flooding is possible from 9:00pm Sunday 25th October to 1:00am Monday 26th October. Locations most affected will be Chandlers Quay, Chelmer Terrace, the Hythe and promenade park. High levels can be expected 2hrs before, and after the peak time at Clacton. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.30mAODN at 11:00pm, on Sunday 25th October, which is 0.75m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. The high tide tomorrow morning may also reach Flood Warning. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Monday 26 October or as the situation changes.
River Blackwater
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 22:30pm and 02:30am overnight tonight, Monday 8 April into tomorrow, Tuesday 9 April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are, Chandlers Quay, Chelmer Terrace, the Hythe and promenade park. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.22 mAODN at half past midnight tonight, Monday 8 April into, Tuesday 9 April, which is 0.76m above tide tables, wind Force 5, in a south-westerly direction. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 9 April.
River Blackwater
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 1:45pm and 3:45pm this afternoon, Monday 15th January. Areas most at risk are Chandlers Quay, Chelmer Terrace, the Hythe and promenade park. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.18mAODN at 2:45pm, on Monday 15th January, which is 0.85m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides has now reached its peak, and is currently forecast to fall away over the next few days. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 15th January.
River Blackwater
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 8:30pm and 10:30pm, Friday 24th November. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk are Chandlers Quay, Chelmer Terrace, the Hythe and promenade park. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.30 mAODN at 9:30pm, Friday 24th November, which is 1.2m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide table). The current series of high spring tides will remain for the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and further alerts or warnings may be issued. We will update this message by 8am tomorrow, Saturday 25th November.