A Flood Alert was issued for Middlesbrough Becks in Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland on 20th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Middlesbrough Becks.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Lustrum Beck at Stockton Primrose Hill rose 0.59m, peaking at 0.59m, while the Marton West Beck at Middlesbrough Albert Park climbed 0.38m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 20 August 2026 throughout the morning and afternoon. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Thunderstorms are still possible until this afternoon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 20 August 2026 or as the situation changes
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Primrose Hill | Lustrum Beck | +0.59m | 0.59m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park | Marton West Beck | +0.38m | 0.44m |
| Middlesbrough Ormesby Hall | Ormesby Beck | +0.37m | 0.35m |
| Stokesley Upstream | River Leven | +0.23m | 0.67m |
| Middlesbrough Albert Park Footbridge | Marton West Beck | +0.21m | 0.14m |
| Billingham Pennington Close | Cowbridge Beck | +0.17m | 0.21m |
| Stokesley | River Leven | +0.11m | 0.19m |
| Stockton | River Tees | +0.07m | 2.77m |