Flood Alert Info - North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk
Area Description
The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk.
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 20 Nov 2024 10:24
North Sea
High tides and large tidal swell conditions tonight may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Wednesday 20/11/2024, between 8.30pm and 11:00pm. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, particularly around Sandsend. We are closely monitoring the situation and may re-issue this alert for further tides over the coming days. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11:30pm on Wednesday 20/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2024 19:55
North Sea
High tides and large tidal swell conditions tomorrow morning may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Wednesday 20/11/2024, between 08:30 and 10:30. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, particularly around Sandsend. We are closely monitoring the situation and may re-issue this alert for further tides over the coming days. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11:00 on Wednesday 20/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 20:47
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Sunday 17/11/2024, between 03:00 and 05:15. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Sunday 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 16:19
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions today may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Saturday 16/11/2024, between 16:15 and 20:45 and on Sunday 17/11/2024, between 03:00 and 05:15. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Sunday 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 07:57
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions today may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Saturday 16/11/2024, between 16:15 and 20:45. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. 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 15:17
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions overnight may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible on Saturday 16/11/2024, between 01:45 and 05:15 and between 16:15 and 20:45. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. 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 20:31
North Sea
This alert remains in force for tomorrow morning’s high tide, Sunday 20th October. High tides and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between between 4:45AM and 5:45AM Sunday 20th October. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are expected along the North Sea coast from Mappleton to Spurn Point, including Kilnsea. 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 closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00am on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 08:15
North Sea
This alert remains in force as high tides this evening, Saturday 19th October, may lead to flooding along the North Sea Coast in Yorkshire. Flooding is possible around the high tide between 4:45-5:15pm on Saturday 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near the coast, including Whitby, and low spots around the harbour area. 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 closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads, as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 19:02
North Sea
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Sea Coast in Yorkshire Flooding is possible around the high tide between 4:45 AM and 6:30 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near the coast, including Whitby, and low spots around the harbour area. 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 closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads, as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 09:13
North Sea
This alert remains in force as high tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Sea Coast in Yorkshire Flooding is possible around the high tide between 4:45 AM and 6:30 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near the coast, including Whitby, and low spots around the harbour area. 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 closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads, as waves and spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 16:40
North Sea
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding along the North Sea Coast in Yorkshire
Flooding is possible around the high tide between 4:00 AM on 18/10/2024 and 5:30 AM on 18/10/2024.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near the coast, including Whitby, and low spots around the harbour area.
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 closely monitoring the situation.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, footpaths, and roads, 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 9 Oct 2024 20:33
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as strong winds this evening, Wednesday 09/10/2024 may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible between 9pm today and 1am tomorrow, 10/10/2024. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Thursday 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 16:45
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as strong winds this evening, Wednesday 09/10/2024 may lead to flooding from sea spray and wave overtopping. Flooding is possible between 9pm today and 1am tomorrow, 10/10/2024. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 7:00am on Thursday 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 15:55
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued in response to heavy and persistent rainfall over recent days causing levels on the River Esk to rise. The high tide at Whitby is at approximately 4:30pm. The combination of increased river levels and high tide increases the risk of flooding particularly downstream of Briggswath and around Ruswarp Bridge where flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible between 4:00pm and 7:30pm today, Tuesday 01/10/2024. Areas most at risk include the tidal River Esk. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Be careful along riverside roads and footpaths. This message will be updated by 8pm on Tuesday 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 08:33
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions today, 27/09/2024 may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 1:15PM on 27/09/2024 and 4:30PM on 27/09/2024. Areas most at risk include the sea front (A174) and properties adjacent to the road. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 13:45
North Sea
High tides and forecast weather conditions this evening, 26/09/2024 may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 12:30 AM on 27/09/2024 and 4:00 AM on 27/09/2024. Areas most at risk include the sea front (A174) and properties adjacent to the road. We are closely monitoring the situation. Stay away from 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 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 16:29
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days
Flooding is possible between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM on Saturday 21/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths around Whitby Harbour.
We are closely monitoring the situation. After this tide has passed we expect levels to be lower.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 21/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 10:22
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days
Flooding is possible between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM on Saturday 21/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths around Whitby Harbour.
We are closely monitoring the situation. After this tide has passed we expect levels to be lower.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 21/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 16:40
North Sea
Higher than normal tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding across coastal frontages over the next few days
Flooding is possible between 5:30 AM and 6:30AM on Friday 20/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths around Whitby Harbour
We are closely monitoring the situation. We expect this alert to remain in force for the AM tides for Saturday as well.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 2009/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 09:17
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast, which may cause spray overtopping in the morning, Friday 23/08/24. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk, between 06:00 AM and 11:00 AM on 23/08/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 21:40
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast, which may cause spray overtopping tomorrow morning, Friday 23/08/24. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk, between 06:00 AM and 11:00 AM on 23/08/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads, as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Friday, 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 16:08
North Sea
Strong winds, surge, and high spring tides on the coast may cause spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning, Friday 23/08/24. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 06:00 AM and 11:00 AM on 23/08/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on Thursday, 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 13:49
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued in response to river levels rising on the lower River Esk due to heavy rainfall. Coastal locations along the North Sea are not expected to be at risk. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land in the Briggswath area and some minor roads. Flooding is possible with river levels expected to remain high on Sunday afternoon. Heavy rainfall from Sunday morning is expected to ease in the afternoon, but river levels will remain high. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 28/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Apr 2024 21:34
North Sea
Strong winds may cause spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow, Tuesday 16/04/24. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM on 16/04/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 16/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Apr 2024 16:28
North Sea
Strong winds may cause spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow, Tuesday 16/04/24. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM on 16/04/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 15/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 10:12
North Sea
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 6:15PM and 6:45PM. Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. 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 19:46
North Sea
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 4.30PM and 10PM, and again on Wednesday 10/04/24 between 7.15AM and 9.30AM. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. Flooding of coastal roads and footpathes 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 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 08:01
North Sea
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 . Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. Flooding of coastal roads and footpathes 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 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 19:27
North Sea
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 on Tuesday between 04:45AM and 5:30AM. Areas at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. 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 08:00AM on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 07:53
North Sea
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 15:30PM and 17:15PM today, Monday, 08/04/2024 and again on Tuesday between 04:45AM and 5:30AM. Areas at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. 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 08:00PM on Monday 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 19:50
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to strong winds, surge and high spring tides on the coast from today Sunday 07/04/2024 and over the coming days. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 04:15AM and 08:30AM and again between 15:30PM and 17:15PM tomorrow, Monday 08/04/2024. Areas at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. 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 08:00AM on MOnday 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 12:38
North Sea
Strong winds and high spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening between 17:30 and 18:30. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 17:30 and 18:30, particularly in the New Quay road area of Whitby this evening, Wednesday 13/03/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Wednesday, 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 10:51
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast this evening. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 6pm and 7:30pm, particularly in the New Quay road area of Whitby this evening, Tuesday 13/02/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10pm on Tuesday, 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2024 09:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge and wave action forecast on Monday morning (15/01/2024) between 7:45 AM and 10:30 AM. Areas most at risk include Sandsend and New Quay Road, Whitby. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge, and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings for additional tides. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2024 13:59
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the combination of high tides, surge and wave action forecast on Sunday evening (14/01/2024) between 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM, and on Monday morning (15/01/2024) between 7:45 AM and 10:30 AM. Areas most at risk include Sandsend and New Quay Road, Whitby. We are expecting higher than normal tides on Sunday 14th January and Monday 15th January as a result of spring tides and positive surge, and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings for additional tides. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Monday 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2023 18:44
North Sea
Strong winds and high tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. The main area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 1:30am to 6am on Saturday morning, 25/11/2023. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may re-issue this alert for additional tides if necessary. This message will be updated by 10am on 25/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2023 09:30
North Sea
Strong winds and high tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. The main area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 12:30pm and 6pm on Friday, 24/11/2023 and 1:30am and 6am on Saturday morning, 25/11/2023. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may re-issue this alert for additional tides if necessary. This message will be updated by 7pm on 24/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2023 18:49
North Sea
Strong winds and high tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. The main area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 1am to 5am on Friday morning 24/11/2023, 1pm to 6pm on Friday afternoon and 2am to 6am on Saturday morning 25/11/2023. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may re-issue this alert for additional tides if necessary. This message will be updated by 10am on 24/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2023 18:46
North Sea
Strong winds and high tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. The main area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 1:30am to 5am on Friday, 2pm to 6pm on Friday and 3am to 6am on Saturday. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may re-issue this alert for additional tides if necessary. This message will be updated by 8pm on 23/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2023 14:04
North Sea
Strong winds and high tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. The main area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and spray are expected between 1:30am to 5am on Friday, 2pm to 6pm on Friday and 3am to 6am on Saturday. Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may re-issue this alert for additional tides if necessary. This message will be updated by 8pm on 23/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2023 16:13
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 21 Oct 2023 07:43
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 21/10/2023. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 06:00 AM and 12:00 PM on 21/10/2023. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 15:00 on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 03:09
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 21/10/2023. Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 06:00 AM and 12:00 AM on 21/10/2023. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 12:00 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 21:40
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 20/10/2023.
Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 18:00 hrs and 23:00 hrs on 20/10/2023. Additional flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 06:00 AM and 12:00 PM on 21/10/2023. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts for subsequent tides on Friday and Saturday.
Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 05:00 am on 21/10/2023 or as the situation changes. Flood alert area: The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 13:04
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 20/10/2023.
Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 18:00 hrs and 23:00 hrs on 20/10/2023.
Additional flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 06:00 AM and 12:00 PM on 21/10/2023.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts for subsequent tides on Friday and Saturday.
Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 04:23
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning, 20/10/2023.
Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 05:00 AM and 11:30 AM on 20/10/2023.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts for subsequent tides on Friday and Saturday.
Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 17:25
North Sea
Storm Babet is forecast to produce large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning.
Flooding is possible at The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk between 05:00 AM and 11:30 AM on 20/10/2023.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts for subsequent tides on Friday and Saturday.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 05:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 20:36
North Sea
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Flooding is possible from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk at 05:30 to 07:15 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 17:45
North Sea
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (02/10/2023). Flooding is possible from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk at 05:30 to 07:15 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
North Sea
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 04:00AM to 06:00AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 15:56
North Sea
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 04:00AM to 06:00AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 13:55
North Sea
High spring tides are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning (30/09/2023). Areas most at risk include The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 03:00AM to 05:00AM on 30/09/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9PM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 16:58
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 Apr 2023 18:58
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 22 Mar 2023 04:00
North Sea
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2023 13:11
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued for this evening’s tide, Friday 24/02/2023, between 6.00 PM and 7.30 PM and tomorrow morning’s tide, Saturday 25/02/2023 between 7.00 AM and 11 AM. This is due to high tides and forecasted weather conditions which may cause waves and spray overtopping. Large waves are expected and may cause disruption. Areas most at risk include low lying coastal frontages, in particular around Whitby New Quay Road and Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This alert is expected to remain in force for Saturday morning’s tide, 25/02/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. This message will be updated by 9:30 am tomorrow morning 25/02/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2023 10:23
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides which may cause some localise flooding on the coast today, Wednesday 22/02/2023, between 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM. The area of concern is expected to be New Quay Road at Whitby. 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 9:00 PM this evening 22/02/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2023 09:43
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to high tides which may cause some localise flooding on the coast today, Monday 20/02/2023, between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The area of concern is expected to be New Quay Road at Whitby. 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, 20/02/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 21:58
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast on Thursday night 17/11/2022. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. The area of concern is expected to be at Sandsend between 10:00pm tonight and 02:00am on 18/11/2022. 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 removed by 10am on Friday 18/11/2022
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 16:32
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast on Thursday night 17/11/2022. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. The area of concern is expected to be at Sandsend between 10:00pm tonight and 02:00am on 18/11/2022. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 18/11/2022
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 08:11
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast on Thursday 17/11/2022. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. The area of concern is expected to be at Sandsend between 10:00am and 1:30pm on 17/11/2022. 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 in the afternoon 17/11/2022, or earlier as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 13:48
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. The area of concern is expected to be at Sandsend between 10:00am and 1:30pm on 17/11/2022. 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 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 11:00am, 17/11/2022, or earlier as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2022 21:02
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Highest tide level is expected to be at North Quay Road, Whitby between 04:30 AM and 05:00 AM on 10/10/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated following the tide tomorrow morning, 10/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2022 17:28
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued due to strong winds and spring tides which may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Highest tide level is expected to be at North Quay Road, Whitby between 04:30 AM and 05:00 AM on 10/10/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated following the tide tomorrow morning, 10/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Sep 2022 20:38
North Sea
This flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for today's tides (16/09/22). The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 19:00 until 00:15 on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September. Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, Saturday 17 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Sep 2022 16:32
North Sea
This flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for today's tides. The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 19:00 until 00:15 on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September. Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 21:00 today, Friday 16 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Sep 2022 08:22
North Sea
This flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for today's tides. The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 08:00 until 12:15 on the morning tide, and from 20:30 until 00:15 on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September. Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 21:00 today, Friday 16 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Sep 2022 21:46
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow's tides. The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 08:00 until 12:15 on the morning tide, and from 20:30 until 00:15 on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September. Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 09:30 on Friday morning, 16 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Sep 2022 20:05
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow's tides. The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 08:00 until 12:15 on the morning tide, and from 20:30 until 00:15 on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September.
Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 09:30 on Friday morning, 16 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Sep 2022 14:33
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow's tides. The area of particular concern is Sandsend, with wind driven wave overtopping expected from 10:00 until 11:15 GMT on the morning tide, and from 22:00 until 23:15 GMT on the evening tide, on Friday 16 September.
Strong northerly winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast, especially around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated by 09:30 on Friday morning, 16 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 23:14
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Tuesday 13th September 2022, between 6.15am and 6.45am. A high spring tide and onshore winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is New Quay Road in Whitby. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, the 13th September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 16:52
North Sea
The flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow morning's tide, Tuesday 13th September 2022, between 6.15am and 6.45am. A high spring tide and onshore winds are likely to produce overtopping waves and spray along the coast. The particular area at risk is New Quay Road in Whitby. Please be careful along beaches, coastal and estuary footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, the 13th September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2022 21:20
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 17:45 and 18:45 this evening, Friday 04/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides but may trigger further alerts over the next few days due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2022 13:49
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible on the high tide between 17:45 and 18:45 this evening, Friday 04/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to improve on subsequent tides but may trigger further alerts over the next few days due to strong winds. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message in 12 hours or as required with updated information.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2022 10:21
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong winds between 3:30pm and 4:30pm this afternoon, Tuesday 1st February 2022, particularly around Newquay Road, Whitby. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths, promenades and roads and exercise caution in exposed coastal locations. This message will be updated before 9:00pm on 1st February 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2022 19:44
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of spring tides and strong winds between 05:15 and 08:30 on Thursday morning (20/01/22), particularly around Sandsend. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths, promenades and roads and exercise caution in exposed coastal locations.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2022 21:09
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force for this evenings tide. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 7:45pm and 9:00pm on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Sandsend, Staithes Harbour and Whitby Harbour and New Quay Road. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this flood alert as necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00am on 06/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2022 08:51
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 7:45PM and 9:00PM on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Sandsend, Staithes Harbour and Whitby Harbour New Quay Road. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 20:41
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 5:15AM and 6:15AM and again between 7:45PM and 9:00PM on 05/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Sandsend, Staithes Harbour and Whitby Harbour New Quay Road. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 08:32
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 4:15PM and 5:45PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Staithes Harbour and Whitby Harbour New Quay Road. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 18:52
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Flooding is possible at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk between 4:00AM and 5:30AM, and then again between 4:15PM and 5:45PM on 04/01/2022. Areas most at risk include low spots around Staithes Harbour and Whitby Harbour New Quay Road. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 11:23
North Sea
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Areas most at risk include the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk. Highest tide level is expected to be at the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk at 4:15PM on 03/01/2022. Flooding is possible 1 hour either side of this time. 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 levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 03/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 18:00
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued in response to wave action and spray on Thursday 2nd December, between 01:15-03:30. Hazardous conditions might extend 2 hours either side of the high tide. The particular area of concern is Sandsend. Please take care around exposed coastal roads and footpaths. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 02/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 09:26
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued in response to wave action and spray on Wednesday (01/12/21), expected between 14:00 and 17:45. The particular area of concern is Sandsend. Please take care around exposed coastal roads and footpaths. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated by 18:00 on Wednesday 01/12/21.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 19:10
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen causing large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast. Overtopping is beginning to reduce but hazardous conditions are expected to continue overnight into early morning on Sunday 28th November 2021. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour.
Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:00 on Sunday 28th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
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Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 12:43
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen causing large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast during Saturday 26th November 2021 until 01:00 on Sunday 28th November 2021. Hazardous conditions remain throughout this time. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour.
Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 20:00 on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2021 20:56
North Sea
Strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast starting from Friday evening, 26th November 2021, from 20:00 until midnight, Saturday 27th November between 07:00 and 13:30, and the evening tide between 19:00 and midnight. Hazardous conditions might extend 2 hours either side of the high tide. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by noon on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2021 15:50
North Sea
Strong northerly winds associated with Storm Arwen are expected to cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast starting from Friday evening, 26th November 2021, from 20:00 until midnight, Saturday 27th November between 07:00 and 13:30, and the evening tide between 19:00 and midnight. Hazardous conditions might extend 2 hours either side of the high tide. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour.
Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous with debris. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by noon on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 10:59
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast today, Sunday 7th November between 17:15 and 18:30 hours. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated later on Sunday 7th November 2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 21:14
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast tomorrow morning, Sunday 7th November between 04:00 and 08:00am. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 9AM on Sunday 7th November 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 12:56
North Sea
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping along the North Yorkshire Coast tomorrow morning, Sunday 7th November between 04:00 and 08:00am. The particular areas at risk are exposed areas of the coast around Staithes and Whitby, alongside low lying paths around Whitby Harbour. Spring tides peak over the weekend, and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday and Monday, after which we expect tidal conditions to improve. Please be careful along beaches, coastal footpaths and roads in the area, as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecast and levels closely. This message will be updated by 9PM on Saturday 6th November 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 19:00
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Thursday morning (21/10/21) between 04.45 and 05.30, as a result of spring tides. The area most at risk is the New Quay Road area in Whitby, however strong winds may generate wave and windblown spray affecting exposed coastal areas and roads between these times. 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 5 Oct 2021 20:31
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued because we expect large waves and spray to affect sea front and coastal areas as a result of rising tides and strong winds. Overtopping waves are expected between 04:00 and 07:00 BST on Wednesday morning, 06/10/2021. Areas most at risk are properties in Sandsend and low lying land and roads in sea front locations around the tidal River Esk around the high tide at approximately 04:00-04:15 BST. Tides are continuing to rise towards springs on Friday, 08/10/2021 and we will update this message for successive tides if required. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 06/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 May 2021 18:51
North Sea
A flood alert for the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including the tidal River Esk has been issued for tomorrow morning’s tide, Wednesday 5th May. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area as a result of onshore wave and wind activity. This will be between 02:00 and 03:30 tomorrow morning; Wednesday 5th May 2021. Please stay away from seafront areas.
You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2021 22:05
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. The main area of concern is Sandsend where overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect Sandsend overnight tonight between 00:45 and 04:15 into Wednesday, 07/04/2021. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2021 18:35
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. The main area of concern is Sandsend where overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect Sandsend overnight tonight between 00:45 and 04:15 into Wednesday, 07/04/2021. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2021 09:59
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. The main area of concern is Sandsend where overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect Sandsend today, Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 13:00 and 15:00, and then again between 00:45 and 04:15 on Wednesday, 07/04/2021. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2021 21:26
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. The main area of concern is Sandsend where overtopping waves and spray are expected tonight, between 23:15 and 02:45 into Tuesday, 06/04/2021. Overtopping and spray are also expected to affect Sandsend tomorrow, Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 12:00 and 15:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2021 18:01
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. The main area of concern is Sandsend where overtopping waves and spray are expected tonight, between 23:15 and 02:45 into Tuesday, 06/04/2021. Overtopping and spray are also expected to affect Sandsend tomorrow, Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 12:00 and 15:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2021 10:14
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk is now in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area today, Monday 05/04/2021 between 11:30 and 13:30, and again between 23:15 and 02:45. Overtopping and spray are also expected to affect Sandsend on Tuesday, 06/04/2021 between 12:00 and 15:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2021 09:12
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk is now in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area today, Monday 05/04/2021 between 11:00 and 13:45, again on Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 00:00 and 02:30. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2021 22:33
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk is now in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area tomorrow, Monday 05/04/2021 between 11:00 and 13:45, again on Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 00:00 and 02:30. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2021 14:53
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk is now in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area tomorrow, Monday 05/04/2021 between 11:00 and 13:45, again on Tuesday 06/04/2021 between 00:00 and 02:30. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 12 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 08:15
North Sea
This flood alert for the North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area on Monday 08/02/2021, between 12:30 and 15:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, in particular the area around the A174 in Sandsend. Large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. Strong winds and large waves are expected to continue during Monday, and so this alert may be updated to include subsequent tides in due course. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 23:57
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area on Monday 08/02/2021, between 00:30 and 03:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, in particular the area around the A174 in Sandsend. Large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. Strong winds and large waves are expected to continue during Monday, and so this alert may be updated to include subsequent tides in due course. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 16:51
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area tomorrow morning, Monday 08/02/2021, between 00:30 and 03:00. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, in particular the area around the A174 in Sandsend. Large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. Strong winds and large waves are expected to continue during Monday, and so this alert may be updated to include subsequent tides in due course. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 07:42
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area today, Sunday 07/02/2021, between midday and 3pm. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 23:41
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area today, Saturday 06/02/2021, from 11pm until 2am on Sunday 07/02/2021, and again on Sunday between midday and 3pm. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Sunday morning, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 15:36
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area today, Saturday 06/02/2021, from 11pm until 2am on Sunday 07/02/2021, and again on Sunday between midday and 3pm. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Sunday morning, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 02:01
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk remains in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area tomorrow, Saturday 06/02/2021 between 12:00 and 13:00, again on Saturday between 23:45 and 02:00 on Sunday 07/02/2021, and again on Sunday between 12:30 and 14:45. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Saturday morning, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 20:44
North Sea
This flood alert for North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk is now in force. Overtopping waves and spray are expected to affect the Sandsend area tomorrow, Saturday 06/02/2021 between 12:00 and 13:00, again on Saturday between 23:45 and 02:00 on Sunday 07/02/2021, and again on Sunday between 12:30 and 14:45. Please avoid sea-front locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 01:03
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as a result of high tides along the North Sea coast between Staithes and Whitby. The particular area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and windblown spray are expected to affect this area between 19:45 and 22:45 on Wednesday 3/2/21. Please avoid coastal locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. Check the gov.uk website for the latest flood warnings and alerts. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Thursday morning, 4/2/21.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 15:58
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as a result of high tides along the North Sea coast between Staithes and Whitby. The particular area of concern is Sandsend. Overtopping waves and windblown spray are expected to affect this area between 19:45 and 22:45 tonight, Wednesday 3/2/21. Please avoid coastal locations in this area, large waves can be dangerous. Check the gov.uk website for the latest flood warnings and alerts. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message on Thursday morning, 4/2/21.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2020 07:28
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force as strong to gale force winds have created high water levels and large waves in the North Sea. Overtopping waves and wind-blown spray are possible along the Yorkshire coast between 07:00 and 09:30 today, Thursday 19/11/20. The particular area of concern due to the wind-direction is South Bay in Scarborough. Large waves can be dangerous. Please avoid coastal frontages in Scarborough and surrounding areas. Large waves and strong winds are expected to continue throughout the day, and so this Flood Alert may be required for subsequent tides this evening. We are constantly monitoring the forecast, and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 19:57
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued as strong to gale force winds in the North Sea are expected to create overtopping waves and wind-blown spray and high water levels along the Yorkshire coast between 06:00 and 07:00 tomorrow morning, Thursday 19/11/20. The particular area of concern due to the wind-direction is Sandsend, with high water levels possible around New Road Quay in Whitby. Large waves can be dangerous. Please avoid coastal frontages in Scarborough and surrounding areas. Large waves and strong winds are expected to continue during Thursday, and so this Flood Alert may be required for subsequent tides tomorrow. We are constantly monitoring the forecast, and will update this message at 9am on 19/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 12:51
North Sea
A flood alert remains in force for overtopping waves and spray as a result of high tides this afternoon 16/11/2020. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible for this afternoon’s tide between 15:30 and 17:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near new Quay Road in Whitby. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 09:40
North Sea
A flood alert remains in force for overtopping waves and spray as a result of high tides this afternoon 16/11/2020. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible for this afternoon’s tide between 15:45 and 17:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near Staithes, Sandsend and Whitby Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 14:46
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued for overtopping waves and spray as a result of high tides tomorrow 16/11/2020. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible for both tides tomorrow; for the morning tide between 02:45 and 05:00 and the afternoon tide between 15:45 and 17:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near Staithes, Sandsend and Whitby Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 07:51
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Monday 19th October between 5.45am and 6:30am, with levels similar to recent days. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected into Tuesday 20th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 21:18
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Monday 19th October between 5.45am and 6:30am, with levels similar to recent days. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected into Tuesday 20th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 14:12
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Monday 19th October between 5.45am and 6:30am, with levels similar to recent days. Unsettled coastal conditions are expected into Tuesday 20th October. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday morning, Monday and Tuesday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions.
We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 08:55
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Monday 19th October from 6 to 6:30am. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 22:03
North Sea
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on both Sunday 18th and Monday 19th October. In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Sunday 18th October from 4:45am to 6am, and again on Monday 19th October from 6 to 6:30am. Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 14:26
North Sea
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the potential of localised flooding in Whitby during the morning’s high tides on both Sunday 18th and Monday 19th October.
In particular, localised flooding can be expected in the New Quay Road area of Whitby on Sunday 18th October from 4:45am to 6am, and again on Monday 19th October from 6 to 6:30am
Whilst the tide is at its highest on Sunday, Monday will see a change in the weather which could generate wind and waves conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2020 19:21
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 01:00 to 02:30 on Sunday 27/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2020 10:34
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 12:45 to 14:30 on Saturday 26/09/2020, and from 01:00 to 02:30 on Sunday 27/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2020 07:20
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 12:30 to 14:30 on Saturday 26/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2020 19:32
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 23:45 on Friday 25/09/2020 to 01:15 on Saturday 26/09/2020, and from 12:30 to 14:30 on Saturday 26/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2020 07:28
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 11:00 to 13:00 on Friday 25 September 2020 and from 22:45 on Friday 25 September 2020 to 01:00 on Saturday 26/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 12 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2020 19:40
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected as a result of strong onshore winds from 11:00 to 13:00 on Friday 25 September 2020 and from 22:45 on Friday 25 September 2020 to 01:00 on Saturday 26/09/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 07:30 on 25/09/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 08:11
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on Wednesday 26/08/20 between 11am and 1pm as a result of strong winds during the high tide. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads, particularly at Sandsend.
Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds will be less than they were last 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 this afternoon, Wednesday 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 20:26
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 7am and 8am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads, particularly around New Quay Road. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds will be less than they were on Friday, but we are in a period of high spring tides and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available.
This message will be updated on the morning of Sunday 23/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 15:06
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Sunday 23/08/20 between 7am and 8am as a result of high spring tides. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads, particularly around New Quay Road. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds will be less than they were on Friday, but we are in a period of high spring tides and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available.
This message will be updated on the evening of Saturday 22/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 08:37
North Sea
This Flood Alert was issued for the high tide on the morning of Friday 21/08/20. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue through the weekend. We are reviewing forecasts and will reissue this Alert if we expect conditions to worsen again. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated this afternoon Friday 21/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 19:54
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 5am and 7am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads, particularly around New Quay Road. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available. This message will be updated on the morning of Friday 21/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 14:38
North Sea
Overtopping waves and spray are expected on the morning of Friday 21/08/20 between 5am and 7am as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Areas most at risk are seafront areas, low lying land and roads, particularly around New Quay Road. Our incident response staff and our professional partners are checking and operating flood defences as required. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Wind speeds are expected to lessen on Friday afternoon, but high spring tides will continue until Sunday 23/08/20 and we might reissue this Flood Alert as new forecasts become available.
This message will be updated this evening, Thursday 20/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jun 2020 21:34
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as high water levels are forecast for this area due to high spring tides and strong winds. The alert is in force between 7.30pm and 9.30pm on Sunday 07/06/2020, although we expect smaller impacts from waves and spray from 4pm to 10pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads and around Sandsend. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. No further impacts are expected on following tides, but we continue to monitor the situation and will update this message on Monday morning 08/06/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jun 2020 15:19
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as high water levels are forecast for this area due to high spring tides and strong winds. The alert is in force between 7.30pm and 9.30pm on Sunday 07/06/2020, although we expect smaller impacts from waves and spray from 4pm to 10pm. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads and around Sandsend.
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 this message will be updated on Sunday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2020 14:31
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as a precautionary measure as high water levels are forecast for this area due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible, particularly in the area of New Quay Road in Whitby, between 17:15 and 18:15 on Thursday 09/04/2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2020 10:25
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby remains in force due to forecast overtopping of sea defences by waves and spray at Sandsend, as a result of strong onshore winds. Overtopping at Sandsend is forecast between 05:00am and 12:00noon on Sunday, 29/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. We are currently expecting to remove this alert at midday however, as no significant impacts are forecast for this evening's tide.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2020 22:40
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby remains in force due to forecast overtopping of sea defences by waves and spray at Sandsend, as a result of strong onshore winds. Overtopping at Sandsend is forecast between 05:00am and 12:00noon on Sunday, 29/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated in the morning or if the situations changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2020 19:26
North Sea
The flood alert for North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby remains in force due to forecast overtopping of sea defences by waves and spray at Sandsend, as a result of strong onshore winds. Overtopping at Sandsend is forecast between 05:00am and 12:00noon on Sunday, 29/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated by 23:00 this evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2020 11:36
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect sea front and coastal areas as a result of strong onshore winds. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads and around Sandsend. Coastal conditions are expected at Sandsend around high tide today 28/03/20 between 16:30 and 18:00 and tomorrow morning between 05:00 and 07:00 on 29/03/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated this evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 21:23
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible today 12/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Similar coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 12:58
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 17:00 and 19:00 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 beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday evening 12/03/2020
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 09:26
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides from Thursday 12/03/20 until Friday 13/03/2020 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying property, land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and will update this message on Thursday afternoon 12/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 20:12
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high astronomic tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, between 05:00 and 06:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Thursday morning 12/03/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 11:35
North Sea
We expect waves and spray to affect coastal areas as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 16:00 and 17:30 today 11/03/2020 and tomorrow 12/03/2020 between 05:00 and 06:00. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until Friday 13/03/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon 11/03/2020
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 08:42
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides on Wednesday 11/03/20 and Friday 13/03/2020 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon on Wednesday 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 21:14
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides combined with a small positive surge. Consequently water levels around high tide on Wednesday 11/03/20 between 04:15 and 05:30 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Areas most at risk are around Whitby Harbour and New Quay Road. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. 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 11/03/2020 in the morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 13:01
North Sea
This flood alert has been issued as flooding is possible between 16:00 and 17:00 today Tuesday 10/03/20, as a result of high spring tides and then again on Wednesday 11/03/20 between 04:15 and 05:30. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, around Whitby Harbour and New Quay Road.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads.
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 11 Feb 2020 04:28
North Sea
This flood alert remains in force due to strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides which will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday morning (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are exposed promenades and frontages in Whitby between the hours of 04:45 and 05:45 in the morning and 16:45 and 18:15 in the evening. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 20:29
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Tuesday morning (11/02/20). Areas of particular concern are exposed promenades and frontages in Whitby between the hours of 04:45 and 05:45 in the morning and 1645-1815 in the evening. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 13:51
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Monday evening (10/02/20). Areas of particular concern are exposed promenades and frontages in Whitby between the hours of 16:45 and 18:00. 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 21:04
North Sea
Strong winds associated with Storm Ciara, combined with high astronomic tides will drive wave and spray overtopping of coastal defences on Monday morning (10/02/20). Areas of particular concern are New Quay Road in Whitby between the hours of 03:45am and 05:30am. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 14:39
North Sea
Storm Brendan is causing strong winds and large waves, as well as high tidal levels. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas is possible between 17:45 and 18:45 today 14/01/20. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, around the harbour and New Quay Road.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2019 10:39
North Sea
The Flood Alert for the North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk has been issued. We expect waves and spray to affect sea front/coastal areas, particularly at Sandsend. Consequently, flooding of coastal areas around Sandsend is possible between 15:00 and 18:00 today 09/12/19. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 23:46
North Sea
This flood alert has been updated to include the evening high tide today, Thursday 28th November, between 3.45pm and 6.15pm. Between these times the combination of high water levels, overtopping waves and windblown spray may cause flooding of low-lying roads and promenades. Please avoid using exposed footpaths and promenades, including around Battery Parade and Pier Road in Whitby.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message by 9am on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 15:44
North Sea
This flood alert has been updated to include the evening high tide today, Thursday 28th November, between 3.45pm and 6.15pm. Between these times the combination of high water levels, overtopping waves and windblown spray may cause flooding of low-lying roads and promenades. Please avoid using exposed footpaths and promenades, including around Battery Parade and Pier Road in Whitby.
We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message by 9am on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 05:23
North Sea
This alert remains in force following this morning's high tides, as a result of high water levels and windblown spray due to spring high tides and strong onshore winds. The tide has now peaked and we are monitoring the situation and may re-issue this alert for this evening's high tides if necessary. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 21:29
North Sea
This alert remains in force as high water levels and windblown spray is expected as a result of spring high tides and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 04:30 and 04:45 on the high tide on Thursday, 28/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads around New Quay Road in Whitby. Please be careful along promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message in 8hrs, or as the situation changes. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 14:03
North Sea
High water levels and windblown spray can be expected as a result of spring high tides and strong onshore winds. This is forecast between 04:30 and 04:45 on the high tide on Thursday, 28/11/19. The areas at risk are low lying land and roads around New Quay Road in Whitby. Please be careful along promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and spray could be dangerous. We will continue to monitor the forecasts and will update this message on Thursday morning, or as the situation changes.