Flood Warning Info - Isolated low lying properties along the tidal River Waveney
Area Description
Isolated low lying properties along the tidal River Waveney.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 19 Dec 2024 16:15
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely throughout today, Thursday 19th December, until mid morning tomorrow, Friday 20th December. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides and tidal surge at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to a natural tide locking effect, as tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth is currently restricting the normal drainage of the Broads river system out to sea at low tide. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. The current series of high spring tides has now reached its peak, although the tidal surge is restricting the freshwater river flows from draining out to sea at low tide as normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 20th December.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Dec 2024 17:10
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely between 1:30am and 3:30am tomorrow morning, Sunday 8th December. High water levels may last for the next 24 hours. This is due to a natural tide locking effect, as tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth is restricting the normal drainage of the Broads river system out to sea at low tide. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad, and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam, and Fen Lane in Beccles. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 8th December.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Apr 2024 16:33
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely from 20:30 this evening, Monday 8th April, and into the early hours of tomorrow. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles.
The current series of high spring tides are due to peak Tuesday into Wednesday, and will fall away from Thursday onwards, allowing the freshwater river flows to drain out to sea at low tide as normal again. Stay safe, and be prepared with a flood kit of essential items, should you need to evacuate your home. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by midday tomorrow, Tuesday 9th April, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2024 13:50
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely this afternoon, Wednesday 24th January, and into tomorrow morning. This is due to the natural tide locking effect of the Broads. Tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth restricts the normal drainage of the Broads river system out to sea at low tide. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad, and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam, and Fen Lane in Beccles. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 10:30am on Thursday 25th January.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Jan 2024 16:01
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible from midnight tonight, Tuesday 16th January, until 5am, Tuesday 16th January. This is due to the natural tide locking effect. Tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, restricts the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. The weather forecast is for some showers for the rest of today, Monday 15th January, some of which could be wintery. After today, the forecast currently looks dry for the next few days. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9:30am on Tuesday 16th January.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Jan 2024 15:12
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible from 1:00am to 3:00am, Monday 15th January. This is due to the natural tide locking effect. Tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, restricts the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. The detailed forecast for those that use it is for a peak level at Great Yarmouth of 2.03mAODN at 11:00pm, on Sunday 14th January, which is 0.83m above tide tables, wind Force 6, north westerly (mAODN is height above average sea level, for more info refer to local tide tables). The weather forecast is for some showers tomorrow, Monday 15th January, some of which could be wintery. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10:00am on Monday 15th January.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Dec 2023 10:17
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely today, Friday 22nd December. Water levels continue to remain high but are expected to soon start to drop. This is due to the natural tide-locking effect. Tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth restricts the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. Water levels also remain high around Wayford Bridge and Hoveton Broad. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Stay safe and be prepared with a flood kit of essential items, should you need to evacuate your home. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message on Saturday 23rd December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2023 10:55
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely today, Thursday 21st December 2023, until the weekend. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. The forecast tides at Great Yarmouth will restrict the freshwater river drainage out to sea resulting in higher than normal water levels within the Broads during the current neap tides and high surge levels. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few days. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will issue further messages if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2023 10:03
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. The forecast tides at Gt Yarmouth will restrict the freshwater river drainage out to sea, resulting in higher-than-normal water levels within the Broads during the current neap tides and high surge levels. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few days. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will issue further messages if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2023 13:23
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely from now, 1pm on Friday 24th November, and for at least the next 24 hours. Water levels continue to remain high in this area. The forecast tides at Great Yarmouth will restrict the freshwater river drainage out to sea, resulting in higher than normal water levels within the Broads until the current high tides pass. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. The current series of high spring tides will continue for the next few days and further warning messages may be issued. After the weekend the tides will start to fall away, allowing the freshwater river flows to drain out to sea at low tide as normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 1pm on Saturday 25th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Nov 2023 16:41
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible from 11pm this evening, Thursday 23rd November, and for at least the next 24 hours. Water levels continue to remain high in this area. The forecast tides at Great Yarmouth will restrict the freshwater river drainage out to sea, resulting in higher than normal water levels within the Broads until the current high tides pass. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. The current series of high spring tides will continue for the next few days and further warning messages may be issued. After the weekend the tides will start to fall away, allowing the freshwater river flows to drain out to sea at low tide as normal again. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 1pm Friday 24th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Oct 2023 22:26
River Waveney
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.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Oct 2022 10:01
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is possible from 11:45am today, Saturday 1st October. Water levels are expected to continue to rise gradually over the next few hours. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Take care on waterside 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 9:00am tomorrow, Sunday 2nd October.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 16:29
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely from now, Monday 21st February, into tomorrow, Tuesday 22nd February, depending on location. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. Windy conditions are expected to continue through the week. Astronomical tides will be dropping through the week, however levels may remain high in the Broads system due to forecast weather conditions. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Tuesday 22nd February 2021.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2022 15:29
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is possible over the next few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to the natural tide locking effect of the Broads. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. There is heightened risk from overtopping at Haddiscoe New Cut as the embankment level has been reduced. We have lowered our Flood Alert threshold and we are undertaking emergency repairs and planned future works to bring the embankment back up to condition. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Monday 7th February.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2022 13:58
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely today, Tuesday 1st February. River levels are expected to start to rise late this afternoon, and to peak in the late evening. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. Overtopping may occur at the damaged railway embankment along the New Cut at Thorpe and Haddiscoe Fleet. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Wednesday 2nd January.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2022 15:15
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely. Water levels will continue to rise today, Monday 31st January, with levels expected to peak this evening. The peak is expected to be of a similar height to that of Sunday morning's tide. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 1st February.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2022 16:36
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely tomorrow morning, Sunday 30th January. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth, is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 30th January.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 20:07
River Waveney
This message has been issued because there is a risk of flooding of homes and businesses through the evening and night of Monday 28th December, into Tuesday 29th December 2020. This is due to a natural tide-locking effect in the Norfolk Broads. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. A combination of tide locking and high fluvial flows into the broads will see continued high water levels around high water this evening and into Tuesday 29th December. These high levels are expected continue for the next few days. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 08:15
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely today, Monday 28th December. This is due to a natural tide-locking effect in the Norfolk Broads. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. A combination of tide locking and high fluvial flows into the broads will see high water levels around high water this morning, Monday 28th. These high levels are expected continue for the next few days. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 20:33
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely for Sunday 27th December through to Monday 28th December. This is due to a natural tide locking effect in the Norfolk Broads. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. A combination of tide locking and high fluvial flows into the broads will see high water levels around. High levels are expected from late evening on the 27th December into the early hours of 28th December. These high levels are expected to continue for the next few days. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:02
River Waveney
This message has been issued because flooding of homes and businesses is likely for Sunday 27th December through to Monday 28th December. This is due to a natural tide-locking effect in the Norfolk Broads. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. A combination of tide locking and high fluvial flows into the Broads will see high water levels around High water from late evening on the 27th into the early hours of 28th. These high levels are expected to continue for the next few days. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Dec 2020 16:32
River Waveney
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to riverside roads and footpaths is likely for the evening of Saturday 26th December through to Sunday 27th December. This is due to a natural tide locking effect. High tidal water moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth is currently restricting the normal drainage out to sea at low tide, of the Broads river system. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2020 10:54
River Waveney
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some flooding of homes and businesses from 13:30pm Thursday 19th November and overnight into Friday 20th November. High water levels may last for a few days, until the high tides at Great Yarmouth have passed. This is due to the natural tide locking effect of high tidal waters moving up the rivers from Great Yarmouth restricting normal drainage out to sea of the Broads river system at low tide. Areas most at risk are in St Olaves, Somerleyton, Burgh St Peter, Oulton Broad and Beccles. Roads likely to be affected include Beccles Road at St Olaves, Geldeston Lock Lane, Gillingham Dam and Fen Lane in Beccles. We do not currently expect the situation to escalate, or issue any further warning messages for this area. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary by 11am on Friday 20 November.