Flood Alert Info - The Norfolk coast from Eccles on Sea, to and including, Winterton-on-Sea
Area Description
The Norfolk coast at Eccles on Sea, Whimpwell Green, Lessingham, Sea Palling, Waxham, Horsey, Somerton and Winterton-on-Sea.
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 14:39
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 7:45pm and 9:45pm today Thursday 19th December. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.25mAODN at 8:45pm today, Thursday 19th December, which is 1.22m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North Westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides and surge 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. We will update this message by 10am on Friday 20th December.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 13:04
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:45am and 7:45am tomorrow morning, Sunday 17th November. The tide this evening, Saturday 16th November at 6:30pm will not reach flood alert level. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.14mAODN at 6:45am, on Sunday 17th November, which is 0.57m 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. We will update this message by 2pm, Sunday 17th November.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2024 14:17
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:00am and 7:00am tomorrow, Saturday 16th November. The tide this evening, Friday 15th November at 5:45pm will not reach flood alert level. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.04 mAODN at 6:00am, Saturday 16th 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). We are in a period of high springs, which lasts until 20th November. 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, Saturday 16th November.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 17:34
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 6:15am and 8:15am Friday 18th October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.06 mAODN at 07:15, Friday 18th October, which is 0.23m above tide tables, wind Force 2, 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 midday, Friday 18th October.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 15:13
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 07:30am and 09:30am, on Friday 20th September. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.01mAODN at 08:30am, on Friday 20th September, which is 0.1m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north easterly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). We are not currently expecting to issue any further flood alerts for this area. 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 midday tomorrow, Friday 20th September.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 15:06
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 8:00pm and 10:00pm on Thursday 11th April. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.03m AODN at 9:00pm, on Thursday 11th April, which is 0.53m above tide tables, wind Force 4, South Westerely (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). No further high tides are expected over the coming 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 10am tomorrow, Friday 12th April, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 11:07
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 6pm and 8pm today, Monday 8 April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.37 mAODN at 7pm today, Monday 8 April, which is 0.81m 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). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 9 April.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 14:23
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely this evening, between 7:30pm and 9:30pm, Sunday 14th January. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.08mAODN at 8:30pm, Sunday 14th January, which is 0.67m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide table). 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 9:00am, Monday 15th January.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2023 09:44
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths may occur tomorrow morning due to high tides between 3:30pm and 5.30pm, Friday 24th November. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.02 mAODN at 4:30pm, Friday 24th November, which is 1.19m above tide tables, wind Force7, 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 continue for 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 6pm today, Friday 24th November.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2023 21:47
North Sea
Flooding is possible in this area.
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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 15:48
North Sea
This message has been issued because some flooding to coastal roads and footpaths may occur tomorrow morning due to high tides between 7:45am and 9:45am, Monday 2nd October. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.21 mAODN at 08:45am, Monday 2nd October, which is 0.46m above tide tables, wind Force 2, south - westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide table). The tide on Monday 2nd October at 9:30pm is not currently forecast to be a Flood Alert. 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 11:00am tomorrow, Monday 2nd October.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 16:55
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths may occur tomorrow morning due to high tides between 6:30am and 8:30am on Saturday 30th September. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.35mAODN at 07:30am on Saturday 30th September, which is 0.55m above tide tables, wind Force 3, westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The following tide at 8:15pm on Saturday 30th September is not currently forecast to be a Flood Alert. 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 10:00am tomorrow, Saturday 30th September.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 20:34
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths may occur tomorrow morning, due to an unseasonal low pressure system causing a small surge between 5:45am and 7:45am, Friday 29th September. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.01 mAODN at 6:45am, Friday 29th September, which is 0.41m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north - westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide table). The following tide at 7:30pm on Friday 29th September is not expected to be a Flood Alert. 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 12:00 midday tomorrow, Friday 29th September.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2023 17:04
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely to occur tomorrow morning, due to an unseasonal low pressure system causing a small surge between 7:15am and 9:15am on Thursday 3rd August. High tides mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.11mAODN at 8:15am on Thursday 3rd August, which is 0.62m above tide tables, wind force 6, north-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). The following high tide at 9:00pm on Thursday 3rd August is not expected to reach Flood Alert level. You are advised to stay away from at 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 10:00am tomorrow, Thursday 3rd August.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2023 11:40
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely due to high tides between 8:15pm and 10:15pm today, Friday 24th February. High tides mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.26 mAODN at 9:15pm tonight, Friday 24th February, which is 0.82m above tide tables, wind Force 6, 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 9am tomorrow, Saturday 25th February.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2023 13:39
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 7pm and 9pm tonight, Wednesday 22nd February. High tides means that flood gates will be closed, restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10 mAODN at 8pm tonight, Wednesday 22nd February, which is 0.44m above tide tables, wind Force 3, north-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The high tide on Friday 24th February at 9:15pm is also currently forecast to be a Flood Alert. We will send a new message before that tide. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. Our workforce is out checking flood defences. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Thursday 23rd February.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 16:20
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 6:45am and 8:45am tomorrow, Tuesday 13th September. We are issuing this message this afternoon due to the timing of the high tide early tomorrow. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.05mAODN at 7:45am on Tuesday 13th September, which is 0.41m above tide tables, wind force 3, northerly. (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 the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 2:30pm tomorrow, Tuesday 13th September.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 16:12
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 8pm and 10pm today, Monday 21st February. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.15 mAODN at 9pm, Monday 21st February, which is 0.97m above tide tables, wind Force 5, North-Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Windy conditions are expected to continue through the week however astronomical tides will be dropping through the week. 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 22nd February.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 12:02
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 8pm and midnight today, Sunday 6th February. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed, restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.030mAODN at 10:00pm today, Sunday 6th February, which is 0.94m above tide tables, Wind Force 7, 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 4 Feb 2022 14:17
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely today, Friday 4th February, between 7pm and midnight. High tides mean flood gates will be closed, restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10 mAODN at 8:30pm today, Friday 4th February, which is 0.69m above tide tables, wind Force 6, 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 10am tomorrow, Saturday 5th February.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2022 13:27
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:45pm and 7:45pm today, Tuesday 1st February. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.00 mAODN at 6:45pm today, Tuesday 1st February, which is 0.73m above tide tables, wind Force 6, 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 will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 11am, Wednesday 2nd February.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2022 13:52
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 4:15pm and 6:15pm on Monday 31st January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to Storm Corrie. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.01 mAODN at 5:15pm, Monday 31st January, which is 1.04m 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 will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 10am on Tuesday 1st February.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2022 15:22
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:15am and 6:15am on Sunday 30th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to Storm Malik. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.22 mAODN at 4:15am, Sunday 30th January, which is 1.45m above tide tables, wind Force5, 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 will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 10am on Sunday 30th January.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2022 14:05
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 7:15pm and 9:15pm on Wednesday 5th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10 mAODN at 8:15pm, Wednesday 5th January, which is 0.74m 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 will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 7:30am Thursday 6th January.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 20:48
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 07:15am and 09:15am on Wednesday 5th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.15 mAODN at 8:15am, Wednesday 5th January, which is 0.92m above tide tables, wind Force 7, north-westerly. mAODN is height above average sea level, (for more info refer to local tide tables). The next few tides are also forecast to reach flood alert. 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. We will update this message by 12pm lunchtime tomorrow, Wednesday 5 January.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 15:26
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:45pm and 8:45pm on Tuesday 4th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10 mAODN at 7:15pm, Tuesday 4th January, which is 0.76m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north-westerly. mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables. The next few tides are also forecast to reach flood alert. 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 on the flood risk. This message will be updated by 9pm on Tuesday 4th January.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 20:25
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely, between 6:30am and 8:30am Tuesday 4 January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.06 mAODN at 7:30am, Tuesday 4 January, which is 0.75m above tide tables, wind Force 4, northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The tide on Tuesday 4 January at 7:15pm is forecast to result in increased flood risk, we will update the situation before that tide. 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 13:46
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:45pm and 9:45pm, Sunday 7th November. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed, restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10 mAODN at 7:45pm, on Sunday 7th November, which is 0.75m above tide tables, wind Force 6, North Westerly, which will be blowing strongly offshore. (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. We will update this message by 9:30am tomorrow, Monday 8th November.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 14:58
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 5:30am and 9:30am on Sunday 7th November. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.22mAODN at 7:30am, on Sunday 7th of November, which is 0.59m above tide tables, wind Force 7, 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. It is likely the alert may be re-issued for Sunday evening's tide. This message will be updated by 11am tomorrow, Sunday 7th November.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 15:46
North Sea
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 6:30 and 8:30am, Thursday 21st October. High tides will mean flood gates will be closed restricting normal access to beaches around Eccles on Sea, and Sea Palling. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.29 mAODN at 7:30am, on Thursday 21st October, which is 0.93m above tide tables, wind Force 7, NW. (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 do not currently expect to re-issue this message for the following tides. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Thursday 21st October.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 15:38
North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding, to coastal roads and footpaths between 7:30am and 11:30am tomorrow, Thursday 19th November 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to spring tides. Beaches will be inaccessable as flood gates will be closed due to high water levels. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.12 mAODN at 9:30 am tomorrow, which is 1.03m above tide tables, wind Force 7, North 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 closely monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 13:43
North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 6:15pm and 8:15pm on 10th February 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Beaches will be inaccessible as flood gates will be closed due to high water levels. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.10mAODN at 7:15pm on Monday the 10th of February, which is 0.64m above tide tables, wind Force 7, West. (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 10 Feb 2020 10:17
North Sea
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 6:15pm and 8:15pm on Monday 10th February 2020. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Beaches will be inaccessible as flood gates will be closed due to high water levels. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.05mAODN at 7:15pm on Monday 10th February, which is 0.59m above tide tables, wind force 7, west south 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 16:44
North Sea
This message has been issued because we are providing advance notice of possible minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths between 6:15am and 08:15am tomorrow morning, Monday 10th February. Beaches will be inaccessible as flood gates will be closed due to high water levels. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Cromer of 3.22mAODN at 07:15am, on Monday 10th February, which is 0.92m above tide tables, wind Force 7, WSW. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). The preceding high tide on Sunday 9th February 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 the situation to escalate, or to issue anything else for the following tide on Monday evening.