Flood Alert Info - The Essex coast from St Peters Flat to and including Shoeburyness and the Crouch and Roach estuaries
Area Description
The Essex coast from St Peters Flat to Shoeburyness, including Burnham-on-Crouch, South Woodham Ferrers, Hullbridge and the Crouch and Roach estuaries.
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 19 Dec 2024 09:09
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1:15pm and 3:15pm today Thursday 19th December. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.95 mAODN at 2:15pm, Thursday 19th December, which is 0.90m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The overnight tide at 2:30am on Friday 20th December is also currently forecast to be a Flood Alert, we will send a new message before that tide. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message today by 5pm, Thursday 19th December.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2024 09:00
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:00 midday and 2:00pm today, Monday 18th November. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.92 mAODN at 1:00pm, on Monday 18th November, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind Force 2, North-Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 4pm, Monday 18th November.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 14:04
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:15am and 1:15pm tomorrow, Sunday 17th November. The tide this evening, Saturday 16th November at midnight will not reach flood alert level. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.97mAODN at 12:15pm, on Sunday 17th November, which is 0.42m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 2pm, Sunday 17th November.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2024 09:53
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:15pm and 4:15pm today, Monday 21st October. Higher tides are expected due to spring tides and forecasted weather. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.97 mAODN at 3:15pm, Monday 21st October, which is 0.39m above tide tables, wind Force 4, South-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). We are in a high spring tide period, which peaked on Saturday 19th October, and lasts until Tuesday 22nd October. 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 6pm, Monday 21st October.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 08:53
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12pm and 2pm Friday 18th October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.95 mAODN at 1pm, Friday 18th October, which is 0.15m above tide tables, wind Force 3, South-Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 6pm, Friday 18th October.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:42
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:45 and 14:45, Wednesday 10th April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.93 mAODN at 13:45, Wednesday 10th April, which is 0.41m above tide tables, wind Force 4, in a southerly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation.
We will update this message by 16:00 today, Wednesday 10th April.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 15:16
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between a half past midnight and 02:30, Tuesday 9th April into tomorrow, Wednesday 10th April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.89 mAODN at 01:30, Wednesday 10th April, which is 0.29m above tide tables, wind Force 5, in a westerly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9:30 tomorrow, Wednesday 10th April.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 15:52
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 23:30 and 01:30 overnight tonight, Monday 8th April into tomorrow Tuesday 9th April.
Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. 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 8th April into Tuesday 9th 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). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10:00 tomorrow, Tuesday 9th April.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 08:18
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:30 and 13:30 today Monday 8th April. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.08mAODN at 12:30 today, Monday 8th April, which is 0.6m above tide tables, wind Force 4, in a south-easterly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The tide tonight at half past midnight is also currently forecast to be a Flood Alert , and there is potential for a flood warning. We will send a new message before that tide. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 15:00 today, Monday 8th April.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2024 09:30
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1:45pm and 3:45pm this afternoon, Monday 15th January. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. 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 table, 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.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 15:39
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely overnight, between 1:15am and 3:15am, Monday 15th January. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.99mAODN at 2:15am, Monday 15th January, which is 0.77m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide table). The next tide, at 2:45pm on Monday 15th January, is also currently forecast to reach Flood Alert. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 10:00am, Monday 15th January.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 16:29
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 9:00am and 11:00am tomorrow, Monday 25th December. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.91 mAODN at 10:00am, on Monday 25th December, which is 0.98m above tide tables, wind Force 3, south-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). The high tide tomorrow will reach the peak of the current cycle, and tides will 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 it to escalate. We will update this message by 12 noon tomorrow, Monday 25th December.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2023 09:33
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 6.30pm and 8.30pm today, Thursday 21st December. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.94 mAODN at 7.30pm today, Thursday 21st December, which is 1.39m above tide tables, wind Force 6, in a Westerly direction. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The tide on Friday 22nd December at 7am is not currently forecast to be a Flood Alert. 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 9pm this evening, Thursday 21st December.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2023 10:37
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths may occur today, due to high tides between 8:30pm and 10:30pm, Friday 24th November. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. 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 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 further alerts or warnings may be issued. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 25th November.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2023 09:13
River Crouch, River Roach, 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 14 Oct 2023 06:12
River Crouch, River Roach, 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 2 Oct 2023 15:48
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:00pm and 4:00pm tomorrow, Tuesday 3rd October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.01 mAODN at 3:00pm, on Tuesday 3rd October, which is 0.34m above tide tables, wind Force 6, westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides is reaching its peak, and will 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 it to escalate.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2023 09:39
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1:30pm and 3:30pm this afternoon, Monday 2nd October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.91 mAODN at 2:30pm, on Monday 2nd October, which is 0.13m above tide tables, wind Force 3, southerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides is reaching its peak, and will 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 it to escalate. We will update this message by 4pm today, Monday 2nd October.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 09:58
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:00pm noon and 2:00pm this afternoon, Saturday 30th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde and Hullbridge riversides. The Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.91 mAODN at 1:00pm today, Saturday 30th September, which is 0.2m above tide tables, wind Force 3, south-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides is reaching its peak, and will 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 it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Saturday 30th September.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 12:12
River Crouch, River Roach, 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 25 Mar 2023 17:21
River Crouch, River Roach, 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 23 Mar 2023 06:23
River Crouch, River Roach, 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 10 Mar 2023 09:14
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:45pm and 2:45pm today, Friday 10th March. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.90 mAODN at 1:45pm today, Friday 10th March, which is 0.67m above tide tables, wind Force 6, northerly. (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 will fall away over the next few days. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 3pm today, Friday 10th March.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2023 16:52
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:00am and 4:00am tonight, Saturday 25th February. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.05 mAODN at 3:00am, Saturday 25th February, which is 0.65m above tide tables, wind Force 5, northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides has now reached its peak, and will fall away over the next few days. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 25th February.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2022 09:24
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1pm and 3pm today, Monday 26 December. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.95mAODN at 1:45pm today, which is 0.62m above tide tables, wind Force 5, 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 will 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 it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 14:30
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:30pm today and 1:30am tomorrow morning, Thursday 10th November. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.91mAODN at 12:30am, on Thursday 10th November, which is 0.43m above tide tables, wind Force 5, south-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 will 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 it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2022 16:10
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:15pm today, Monday 10th October and 03:15am tomorrow, Tuesday 11th October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.99 mAODN at 01:15am, Tuesday 11th October, which is 0.38m above tide tables, wind Force 4, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10:00am tomorrow, Tuesday 11th October.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2022 09:22
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:30pm and 2:30pm today, Tuesday 27th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.87 mAODN at 1.30pm, Tuesday 27th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind Force 5, westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 3pm today, Tuesday 27th September.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2022 15:46
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between quarter past midnight tonight and 2.15am, Tuesday 27th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.01 mAODN at 1.15am, Tuesday 27th September, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 8am, Tuesday 27th September.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2022 07:30
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11am and 1pm today, Monday 26th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.98 mAODN at midday, Monday 26th September, which is 0.55m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 2pm today, Monday 26th September.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Sep 2022 08:52
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1:30pm and 3:30pm today, Tuesday 13th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.99m AODN at 2:30pm, Tuesday 13th September, which is 0.34m above tide tables, wind Force 4, north-easterly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 5:00pm today, Tuesday 13th September.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:16
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:15pm and 4:15pm today, Monday 21st February. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.06 mAODN at 3:15pm, on Monday 21st February, which is 0.87m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North-Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 6pm tonight, Monday 21st February.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 15:51
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:45am tonight and 2:45am tomorrow morning, Sunday 20th February. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.94 mAODN at 1:45am, on Sunday 20th February, which is 0.62m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Southerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Strong winds are forecast for the next few days which could lead to further flood alerts being issued. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 08:20
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:15am and 1:15pm later today, Thursday 17th February. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.87 mAODN at 12:15pm, on Thursday 17th February, which is 0.81m above tide tables, wind Force 6, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). You are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation. There are likely to be further flood alerts issued with Storm Eunice pushing in.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 16:46
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1am and 5am tomorrow, Monday 7th February. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.010mAODN at 3:30am tomorrow, Monday 7th February, which is 0.93m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Monday 7th February.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2022 09:21
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely today between 12:30pm and 2:30pm, Wednesday 5th January. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.16 mAODN at 1:30pm today, Wednesday 5th January, which is 0.88m above tide tables, wind Force 5, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5:00pm today, Wednesday 5th January.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 09:19
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 10:45am and 2:45pm on Tuesday 4th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.04 mAODN at 12:45pm, Tuesday 4th January, which is 0.76m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated of the flood risk.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 09:21
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:15pm and 2:15pm this afternoon, Sunday 7 November 2021. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.32mAODN at 1:15pm, on Sunday 6 November, which is 0.61m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 6 November 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 14:26
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 10:30pm Thursday 4 November and 12:30am tomorrow. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.93 mAODN at 11:30pm, on Thursday 4 November, which is 0.21m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation. An update to this message will be provided by 09:30am tomorrow, Friday 5 November.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2021 15:55
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1am and 3am tomorrow, Saturday 23rd October. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.00 mAODN at 2am, on Saturday 23rd October, which is 0.54m above tide tables, wind Force 3, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We do not expect the situation to escalate or to issue any messages for the tide following this. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 10am, Saturday 23rd October.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 17:23
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:30am and 02:30am overnight tonight, into Friday 22 October 2021. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.92 mAODN at 1:30am, on Friday 22 October, which is 0.40m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 9am tomorrow, Friday 22 October 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 09:53
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:15 and 14:15 on Thursday 21st October. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.15mAODN at 13:15, on Thursday 21st October, which is 0.71m above tide tables, wind Force 5, North Westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation. We expect that this message will be re-issued for the tide following this, which is over Thursday night and early Friday morning. We will update this message by 6pm today, Thursday 21st October.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2021 16:55
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 12:15am and 4:15am tomorrow morning, Friday 24th September. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.88mAODN at 02:15am, on Friday 24th September, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind Force 3, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). 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 9am tomorrow, Friday 24th September.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2021 15:05
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1am and 3am tomorrow morning, Thursday 29th April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.87 mAODN at 2am tomorrow, which is 0.23m above tide tables, wind Force 5, northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will continue to monitor the situation, and will reissue this message for any subsequent tides if required.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2020 09:18
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 12:30pm and 4:30pm today Thursday 19th November 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions as a surge coincides with the high tide. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.41 mAODN at 2:30pm today, which is 1.02m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 15:03
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 10:15am and 14:15pm on Monday 16th November 2020. We have issued this alert now to give plenty of lead in time. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.96mAODN at 12:15pm on Monday 16th November which is 0.27m above tide tables, wind Force 6, Westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). You are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 10 May 2020 20:24
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 1:15am and 3:15am tomorrow, Monday 11th May 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual owing to seasonal conditions. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.95 mAODN at 2:15am tomorrow, which is 0.56m above tide tables, wind Force 7, North North Easterly. mAODN is height above average sea level. For more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 09:51
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 1:30pm and 3:30pm today, Friday 13th March 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due seasonal conditions. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.87 mAODN at 2:30pm today, which is 0.41m above tide tables, wind Force 4, West South Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level. For more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 09:19
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 12:45pm and 2:45pm today, Thursday 12th March 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.75 mAODN at 1:45pm, today Thursday 12th March, which is 0.33m above tide tables, wind Force 6, South-westerly. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate but will update this message if necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 09:09
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 11am and 3pm today, Wednesday 11th March 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual linked to spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.08mAODN at 1pm, on Wednesday 11th March, which is 0.45m above tide tables, wind Force 5, south-westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate but will update this message if necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 14:00
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 10:45pm tonight and 2:45am tomorrow, Wednesday 11th March 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.97mAODN at 00:45am, on Wednesday 11th March, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind Force 5, West South-Westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will continue to monitor the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 16:34
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 02:15am and 04:15am Friday 14th February. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.90 mAODN at 3:15am, on Friday 14th February, which is 0.48m above tide tables, wind Force 4, West North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). You are advised to stay away from risk areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 08:46
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 1:15pm and 3:15pm today, Wednesday 12th February. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.89mAODN at 2:15pm, on Wednesday 12th February, which is 0.38m above tide tables, wind force 6, westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will continue to monitor the situation and will reissue this message for any subsequent tides if required.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 15:31
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 12:45am and 2:45am, Wednesday 12th February. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.9mAODN at 1:45am, on Wednesday 12th February, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind force 7, westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will continue to monitor the situation and will reissue this message for any subsequent tides if required.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:59
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 12:30pm and 2:30pm today, Tuesday 11th February. Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.04mAODN at 1:30pm, on Tuesday 11th February, which is 0.5m above tide tables, wind force 8, westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will continue to monitor the situation and will reissue this message for any subsequent tides if required.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:50
River Crouch, River Roach, North Sea
This message has been issued because we are providing advance notice of possible minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 11:45am and 1:45pm tomorrow, Monday 10th February Tide levels will be high at Battlesbrigde, and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Clacton of 3.27mAODN at 12:45pm, on Monday 10th February, which is 0.81m above tide tables, wind Force 7, SW. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). The preceding high tide is not expected to result in any flooding. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and not expecting to issue anything else for the following tide on Tuesday morning.