A Flood Alert was issued for Middlesbrough Becks in Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Middlesbrough Becks.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Lustrum Beck at Stockton Primrose Hill rose 1.02m, peaking at 1.16m, while the Marton West Beck at Middlesbrough Albert Park climbed 0.72m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the evening of 12 March 2026 and levels will remain high overnight. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 13 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Primrose Hill | Lustrum Beck | +1.02m | 1.16m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park | Marton West Beck | +0.72m | 0.76m |
| Stokesley Upstream | River Leven | +0.71m | 1.27m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge | Marton West Beck | +0.49m | 0.46m |
| Middlesbrough Ormesby Hall | Ormesby Beck | +0.47m | 0.47m |
| Stokesley | River Leven | +0.26m | 0.40m |
| Billingham Pennington Close | Cowbridge Beck | +0.24m | 0.31m |
| Great Ayton | River Leven | +0.10m | 0.16m |