Flood Warning Info - Bawdsey Quay and Felixstowe Ferry

River Deben, North Sea

Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding this evening.  Flooding is expected between 9pm and 11pm tonight, Thursday 1 January.  Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.77mAODN at 10pm, today Thursday 1 January, which is 1.11m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, westerly. The low pressure system across the North Sea will continue to keep higher than usual tides over the next few days.  We are closely monitoring the situation .  Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .  This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 02 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding to coastal roads and footpath is likely between 11:15am and 1:15pm today, Sunday 17th November. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.81mAODN at 12:15pm, on Sunday 17th November, which is 0.54m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 3pm, Sunday 17th November.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 1pm and 5pm today, Monday 21st October. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.91 mAODN at 3pm, Monday 21st October, which is 0.66m above tide tables, wind Force 4, South-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). We are within a period of high spring tides which peaked astronomically on Saturday 19th October, and continues until Tuesday 22nd October. Stay safe, and be prepared with a flood kit of essential items, should you need to evacuate your home. Our workforce will be out operating relevant barriers. We will update this message by 6pm, Monday 21st October.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 22:30 and 02:30 overnight tonight, Monday 8th April into tomorrow Tuesday 9th April. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.85mAODN at half past midnight tonight, Monday 8th April into Tuesday 9th April, which is 0.76m above tide tables, wind Force 5, in a south-westerly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10:00 tomorrow, Tuesday 9th April.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 10:30am and 1:30pm, today Monday 8 April. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.88 mAODN at 12:30 today, Monday 8th April, which is 0.73m above tide tables, wind Force 4, in a southerly easterly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 3pm today, Monday 8 April.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 10:30 and 14:30 today Monday 8th April. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.88mAODN at 12:30 today, Monday 8th April, which is 0.73m above tide tables, wind Force 4, in a southerly easterly direction (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The tide tonight, at half past midnight ,is also currently forecast to be a Flood Warning we will send a new message before that tide. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 15:00 today, Monday 8th April.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible between 1:45pm and 3:45pm this afternoon, Monday 15th January. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.92mAODN at 2:45pm, on Monday 15th January, which is 0.88m above tide table, wind Force 5, north-westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides has now reached its peak, and is currently forecast to fall away over the next few days. Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 15th January.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible overnight, between 1:15am and 3:15am, Monday 15th January. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.79mAODN at 2:15am, Monday 15th January, which is 0.82m above tide tables, wind Force 5, north westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide table). The next tide, at 2:45pm on Monday 15th January, is also currently forecast to reach both Flood Alert and Flood Warning. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 10:00am, Monday 15th January.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 6.15pm and 8.15pm this evening, Thursday 21st December. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.94 mAODN at 7.15pm this evening, Thursday 21st December, which is 1.47m above tide tables, wind Force 5, in a Westerly direction. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). The tide on Friday 22nd December at 6.45am is not currently forecast to be a Flood Alert or Flood Warning. Stay safe and be prepared with a flood kit of essential items, should you need to evacuate your home. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 9pm this evening.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 8:45pm and 10:45pm, Friday 24th November. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 3.04 mAODN at 9:45pm, Friday 24th November, which is 1.23m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide table). The current series of high spring tides will remain over the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and further alerts or warnings may be issued. Our workforce are out checking flood defences. We will update this message by 8am tomorrow, Saturday 25th November.

River Deben, North Sea

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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.

River Deben, North Sea

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 2:00am and 4:00am tonight, Saturday 25th February. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast, for those that use it, is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.87 mAODN at 3:00am, on Saturday 25th February, which is 0.78m above tide tables, wind Force 5, northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The current series of high spring tides has now reached its peak, and will fall away over the next few days. You are advised to stay away from risk areas, and take care next to the coast. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 25th February.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 1pm and 5pm today, Monday 21st February. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.85 mAODN at 3pm, on Monday 21st February, which is 1.06m above tide tables, wind Force 7, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm tonight, Monday 21st February.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 2pm and 4pm today, Monday 21st February. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves, and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.85 mAODN at 3pm on Monday 21st February, which is 1.06m above tide tables, wind Force 7, Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm tonight, Monday 21st February.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 1am and 5am tomorrow, Monday 7th February. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.920mAODN at 3:30am tomorrow, Monday 7th February, which is 1.08m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Monday 7th February.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 9:15am and 1:15pm on Monday 31st January 2022. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to Storm Corrie. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.80 mAODN at 11:15am on Monday 31st January, which is 0.98m above tide tables, wind Force7, north-westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 4pm on Monday 31st January.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 11:30am and 3:30pm, on Wednesday 5th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 3.15 mAODN at 1:30pm, Wednesday 5th January, which is 0.97m above tide tables, wind Force 5, North Westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated of the flood risk. We will update this message by 5pm this afternoon, Wednesday 5th January.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible between 10:45am and 2:45pm on Tuesday 4th January. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 3.01 mAODN at 12:45pm, Tuesday 4th January, which is 0.82m above tide tables, wind Force 5, Northerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated of the flood risk.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 12:15pm and 2:15pm this afternoon, Sunday 7 November 2021. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 3.03mAODN at 1:15pm, on Sunday 7 November, which is 0.72m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north westerly. (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Our workforce are out checking flood defences. We will update this message by 5pm today Sunday 7 November 2021.

River Deben, North Sea

This message has been issued because some flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely between 11:00 and 15:00 on Thursday 21st October. Areas most at risk are Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Harwich of 3.05mAODN at 13:00, on Thursday 21st October, which is 0.97m above tide tables, wind Force 5, North Westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more information refer to local tide tables). Take care on coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation. We expect that this message will be re-issued for the tide following this, which is over Thursday night and early Friday morning. We will update this message by 6pm today, Thursday 21st October.