A Flood Alert was issued for Middlesbrough Becks in Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland on 2nd June 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 1.03m, peaking at 1.06m, while the Marton West Beck at Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge climbed 0.77m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the afternoon of 02 June 2026 . Thunderstorms have developed over the Middlesbrough area which may lead to flooding. 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 9:00PM on 02 June 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesbrough Albert Park | Marton West Beck | +1.03m | 1.06m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge | Marton West Beck | +0.77m | 0.71m |
| Billingham Pennington Close | Cowbridge Beck | +0.71m | 0.76m |
| Stockton Primrose Hill | Lustrum Beck | +0.69m | 0.76m |
| Stokesley Upstream | River Leven | +0.61m | 1.03m |
| Middlesbrough Ormesby Hall | Ormesby Beck | +0.59m | 0.58m |
| Stokesley | River Leven | +0.23m | 0.29m |
| Great Ayton | River Leven | +0.11m | 0.17m |