A Flood Alert was issued for Middlesbrough Becks in Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland on 6th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Middlesbrough Becks.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Marton West Beck at Middlesbrough Albert Park rose 0.74m, peaking at 0.78m, while the Marton West Beck at Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge climbed 0.47m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 06 March 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. The main area of concern is Ormesby. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 06 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesbrough Albert Park | Marton West Beck | +0.74m | 0.78m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge | Marton West Beck | +0.47m | 0.44m |
| Stokesley Upstream | River Leven | +0.46m | 1.10m |
| Middlesbrough Ormesby Hall | Ormesby Beck | +0.37m | 0.37m |
| Stockton Primrose Hill | Lustrum Beck | +0.23m | 0.36m |
| Stokesley | River Leven | +0.19m | 0.34m |
| Billingham Pennington Close | Cowbridge Beck | +0.07m | 0.14m |