Flood Alert Info - Tweed estuary

Area Description

Tweed estuary from the Whiteadder confluence to the North Sea coast.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area

Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 13:08
River Tweed
This alert has been updated to include this afternoon's high tide. Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon (Saturday, 16/11/2024) and tomorrow morning (Sunday, 17/11/24) will be higher than normal due to high spring tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Tides will be at their highest at 3:15 PM on 16/11/2024 and 03:30 AM on 17/11/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. High tide conditions can apply two to four hours either side of a high tide. Areas most at risk include low lying land, roads and footpaths in Berwick between Bridges. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads as high water levels, large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 10:49
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning (Sunday, 17/11/2024) will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Tides will be at their highest at 03:30 AM on 17/11/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. High tide conditions can apply two to four hours either side of a high tide. Areas most at risk include low lying land, roads and footpaths in Berwick between Bridges. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads as high water levels, large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 17/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2024 16:45
River Tweed
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning, 16/11/2024. Tides will be at their highest at 02:45 AM on 16/11/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. High tide conditions can apply two to four hours either side of a high tide. Areas most at risk include low lying land, roads and footpaths in Berwick between Bridges. Further flooding is possible during Sunday morning’s high tide due to higher than normal tides. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads as high water levels, large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 16/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 11:16
River Tweed
High spring tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning, 19/10/2024. Tides will be at their highest at 04:45 AM on 19/10/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. High tide conditions can apply two to four hours either side of a high tide. The areas most likely to be affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. This alert is in force for the high tides on Friday (18/10/2024) and Saturday morning (19/10/2024). 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 11:00AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 10:39
River Tweed
High spring tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning, 18/10/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 02:30AM and 03:30AM, 18/10/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. High tide conditions can apply two to four hours either side of a high tide. The areas most likely to be affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. This alert is in force for the high tides on Friday (18/10/2024) and Saturday morning (19/10/2024). 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 11:00AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 18:12
River Tweed
No property flooding is expected. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Highest tide level is expected to be at beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads at 3:30 AM on 17/10/2024. Flooding is possible for around 2 hours either side of this time. Waves are forecast to overtop coastal defences at beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 15:16
River Tweed
High tides are expected due to a combination of high spring tides and a storm surge following Storm Lilian moving across the North East. Strong winds may cause large waves along the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning, 23/08/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 04:45AM and 06:45AM, 23/08/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The areas most likely to be affected is Berwick Between Bridges. This alert is in force for this evenings tide (Thursday 22/08/2024), but the biggest flood risk impacts will be on the Friday morning tide (23/08/2024). Please remain vigilant for any potential flood warnings. 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 11:00AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2024 20:07
River Tweed
High tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow morning, 21/08/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 04:30AM and 05:15AM, 21/08/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick between bridges. This alert is in force for the high tides Wednesday (21/08/2024) Thursday (22/08/2024) and Friday morning (23/08/2024). High tides are anticipated between 04:45AM and 06:00AM, 22/08/2024 and 05:30AM and 06:45AM, 23/08/2024. 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 10:00AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:11
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon and into this evening, 10/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 4:15 PM and 6:30 PM on 10/04/2024. The area most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over today and tomorrow and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 18:44
River Tweed
The threat of flooding from this afternoon’s high tide has now passed. We do not expect to see impacts from tomorrow morning’s high tide, but water levels on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow afternoon, 10/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 4:15 PM and 6:30 PM on 10/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 10:12
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon, 09/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 3:15 PM and 6:00 PM on 09/04/2024. The area most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 18:16
River Tweed
The threat of flooding from this afternoon’s high tide has now passed. We do not expect to see impacts from tomorrow morning’s high tide, but water levels on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow afternoon, 09/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 3:15 PM and 6:00 PM on 09/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 11:45
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon, 08/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 2:45 PM and 5:15 PM on 08/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 10:01
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon, 08/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 2:45 PM and 5:15 AM on 08/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 17:11
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary tomorrow morning, 08/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 2:45 AM and 5:00 AM on 08/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 11:56
River Tweed
Water levels on the Tweed Estuary this afternoon, 07/04/2024, will be higher than normal due to high tides, large waves and spray overtopping. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM on 07/04/2024. Areas most affected will be Berwick Between Bridges. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts or warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 09:39
River Tweed
High tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 12/03/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 3:45PM and 5:45PM, 12/03/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick between bridges. 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 6:00PM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 18:12
River Tweed
High tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow afternoon, 12/03/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 3:45PM and 5:45PM, 12/03/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The area will not be affected by the high tides tomorrow morning. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick between bridges. 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 6:00PM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 19:07
River Tweed
High tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast tomorrow, 11/03/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 3:15PM and 5:00PM, 11/03/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The area will not be affected by the high tides tomorrow morning. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick between bridges. 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 6:00PM on 11/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 11:22
River Tweed
High tides and strong winds may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast today, 10/03/2024. Tides will be at their highest between 2:45PM and 4:00PM, 10/03/2024 with wave overtopping possible during these times. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick between bridges. 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 7:00PM on 10/03/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2023 17:14
River Tweed
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 27 Oct 2023 15:28
River Tweed
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Mar 2023 05:07
River Tweed
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 05:26
River Tweed
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 20 Feb 2023 09:34
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 14:30 and 16:30 today, 20/02/23. However, strong waves are anticipated throughout the day with wave overtopping possible throughout this afternoon, 20/02/23. We expect flooding to affect beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick Between Bridges. 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 17:00 today, 20/02/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2022 05:18
River Tweed
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. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 10:39
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 14:30 and 17:00 today, 24/11/22, however strong waves are anticipated throughout the day with wave overtopping possible throughout this afternoon, 24/11/22. We expect flooding to affect beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. The area most likely to be affected is Berwick Between Bridges. 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 19:00 today, 24/11/22, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2022 08:31
River Tweed
As a result of spring tides and strong winds, wave overtopping and spray is expected for Berwick Between Bridges between 15:00 and 17:30 (BST) this afternoon, 27/10/2022. We are not expecting any property flooding or to issue Flood Warnings. Areas most at risk are by the estuary, including riverside footpaths and low-lying land on the south bank of the Tweed estuary. Take care and avoid these areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 19:00 on 27/10/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2022 16:35
River Tweed
As a result of spring tides and strong winds, wave overtopping and spray is expected for Berwick Between Bridges between 02:30 and 05:30 (BST) tomorrow morning, 27/10/2022. We are not expecting any property flooding or to issue Flood Warnings. Areas most at risk are by the estuary, including riverside footpaths and low-lying land on the south bank of the Tweed estuary. Take care and avoid these areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 27/10/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 16:26
River Tweed
As a result of strong winds, wave overtopping and spray is expected for Berwick Between Bridges between 04:00 and 05:15 (BST) tomorrow morning, 26/10/22. We are not expecting any property flooding or to issue Flood Warnings. Areas most at risk are by the estuary, including riverside footpaths and low-lying land on the south bank of the Tweed estuary. Take care and avoid these areas. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 26/10/22, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2022 10:45
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected as a result of spring tides coupled with a small surge along Tweed Estuary. Tides will be at their highest at Berwick between the bridges from 14:00 to 16:30, today, 01/02/22. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however adverse conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide which is at 15:30. Areas most at risk are seaside footpaths and low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Stay away from large waves and sea spray as they can be dangerous. This message will be updated by 19:00 on 01/02/22, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 17:48
River Tweed
Strong winds and high tides are again forecast to cause wave overtopping and spray at Berwick Between the Bridges on the Tweed Estuary. Tides will be at their highest between 03:45 and 06:00, tomorrow morning, 05/01/2022. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply up to two hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Property flooding is not expected. 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 10:00 on 05/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 09:49
River Tweed
Strong winds and high tides are again forecast to cause wave overtopping and spray at Berwick Between the Bridges on the Tweed Estuary. Tides will be at their highest between 15:00 and 17:30, this afternoon, 04/01/2022, and again between 03:45 and 06:00, tomorrow morning, 05/01/2022. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply up to two hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Property flooding is not expected. 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 18:00 today, 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 17:54
River Tweed
Strong winds and high tides are forecast to cause wave overtopping and spray at Berwick Between the Bridges on the Tweed Estuary. Tides will be at their highest between 03:00 and 05:30, tomorrow morning, 04/01/2022. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply up to two hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Property flooding is not expected. 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 10:00 on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 12:42
River Tweed
Strong winds and high tides are forecast to cause wave overtopping and spray at Berwick Between the Bridges on the Tweed Estuary. Tides will be at their highest between 15:00 and 18:00, this afternoon, 03/01/2022, and again between 03:00 and 05:30, tomorrow morning, 04/01/2022. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply up to two hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Property flooding is not expected. 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 10:00 tomorrow, 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2021 19:15
River Tweed
Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences at Berwick Between the Bridges as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 02:15 to 04:00 tomorrow morning, 05/12/2021. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Property flooding is not expected. 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 10:00 tomorrow, 05/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2021 10:06
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds at Berwick upon Tweed, Tweed Estuary. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 15:30 PM and 17:30 PM tomorrow morning, 07/11/2021. Flooding is possible 2 to 4 hours either side of this time. Our incident duty staff are monitoring the situation closely. We do not expect to issue Flood Warnings at this time. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Plan driving routes to coastal roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on Sunday 07/11/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 13:54
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds at Berwick upon Tweed, Tweed Estuary. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 02:30 AM and 05:30 AM tomorrow morning, 07/11/2021. Flooding is possible 2 to 4 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Our incident duty staff are monitoring the situation closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. Spring tides peak over the weekend and combined with unsettled weather may result in us issuing this alert for subsequent tides on Sunday, 07/11/2021. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Plan driving routes to coastal roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Sunday 07/11/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 19:14
River Tweed
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Consequently, flooding of property and roads is possible between 02:45 and 04:45 tomorrow, 21/10/21. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Our incident response staff 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 tomorrow morning, 21/10/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 11:39
River Tweed
Elevated tidal levels are expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and surge conditions. Tides will be at their highest between 16:45 and 18:00 12/03/2020. Flooding to low lying land, footpaths and roads is possible during these times and conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert for tomorrow’s tide (13/03/2020) if necessary.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 21:00
River Tweed
High Spring tides and a minor surge from a low pressure system are expected to cause higher than usual tides early tomorrow morning, 12/03/2020. Tides will be at their highest between 03:30 and 08:00 12/03/2020. Flooding to low lying land, footpaths and roads is possible during these times and conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert for tomorrow’s afternoon tide (12/03/2020) if necessary.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 12:09
River Tweed
High Spring tides and a minor surge from a low pressure system are expected to cause higher than usual tidal levels this afternoon, Tuesday, 10/03/20. There is no wind or significant wave action expected, but wave overtopping is possible due to elevated tidal levels. Tides will be at their highest between 14:15 and 16:30 today, 10/03/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. 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 situation. This message will be updated this evening, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 18:12
River Tweed
High Spring tides together with strong winds mean high tides are forecast to affect coastal areas tomorrow, Thursday (13/02/2020). Tides will be at their highest between 17:00 and 18:30 tomorrow, 13/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Wave overtopping may occur at Berwick (between bridges). Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near coastal locations, which may be flooded This message will be updated by 19:00, Thursday 13/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 12:07
River Tweed
High Spring tides together with high winds mean high tides are forecast to affect coastal areas today, Wednesday (12/02/2020). Tides will be at their highest between 16:00 and 18:15 today, 12/02/2020. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Wave overtopping may occur at Berwick (between bridges). Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near coastal locations, which may be flooded This message will be updated by 19:00, Wednesday 12/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 11:03
River Tweed
High spring tides together with surge conditions mean high tides are forecast to affect coastal areas today. Tides will be at their highest between 16:15 and 19:00 this afternoon (11/02/2020). The main areas of concern are Pier Road and between Berwick Bridge and Royal Tweed Bridge. Flooding to footpaths, roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Please be careful along the coast and stay away from large waves as they are dangerous. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 21:00 today 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 20:55
River Tweed
High spring tides together with surge conditions mean high tides are forecast to affect coastal areas overnight. Tides will be at their highest between 03:00 and 06:00 early tomorrow morning (11/02/2020). The main areas of concern are Pier Road and between Berwick Bridge and Royal Tweed Bridge. Flooding to footpaths, roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Please be careful along the coast and stay away from large waves as they are dangerous. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow morning 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:52
River Tweed
High spring tides together with strong winds associated with storm Ciara mean that large waves and sea spray are forecast to affect coastal areas today. Tides will be at their highest between 14:30 and 17:30 this afternoon (10/02/2020). The main areas of concern are Pier Road and between Berwick Bridge and Royal Tweed Bridge. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Please be careful along the coast and stay away from large waves as they are dangerous. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 21:00 this evening 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 20:47
River Tweed
High spring tides together with strong winds associated with storm Ciara mean that large waves and sea spray are forecast to affect coastal areas. Tides will be at their highest between 03:00 and 05:00 tomorrow morning (Monday 10th February). The main areas of concern are Pier Road and between Berwick Bridge and Royal Tweed Bridge.. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Please be careful along the coast and stay away from large waves as they are dangerous. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 14:43
River Tweed
Low pressure conditions in combination with high tides are expected to cause localised overtopping. Impacts will be at their highest between 17:30 and 19:30 today, 15/01/2020. Overtopping is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Greatest impacts are forecast at Berwick. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated by 10:00 16/01/2020, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 13:48
River Tweed
Waves and strong onshore winds in combination with high tides are expected to cause localised overtopping. Impacts will be at their highest between 17:30 and 19:30 today, 15/01/2020. Overtopping is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Greatest impacts are forecast at Berwick. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated by 10:00 16/01/2020, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 12:04
River Tweed
This alert is issued for the high tide at Berwick Upon Tweed at 17:00 today, Tuesday 14th January. Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences with sea spray expected between 15:30 and 19:15 today, 14/01/2020. This is due to high spring tides and strong winds combined with low pressure in the North Sea. The main areas of concern are Berwick Pier Road, Berwick Pier Road Houses, Berwick between Bridges, and Berwick Dock and Main Road. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation closely. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. For tide levels at Berwick please see local tide tables or the GOV.UK website. This message will be updated tomorrow morning (15/01/2020) or earlier if the situation changes.