A Flood Alert was issued for North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea in East Riding of Yorkshire between 17th and 18th June 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The North Sea at Paull rose 2.06m, peaking at 3.74m, while the Winestead Drain at Winestead Booster Pumping Station climbed 0.50m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 07:45am to 09:30am on Thursday 18th June Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal footpaths, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 18 June 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paull | North Sea | +2.06m | 3.74m |
| Winestead Booster Pumping Station | Winestead Drain | +0.50m | 0.07m |
| Humberston | Buck Beck | +0.30m | 1.97m |
| Skeffling Pumping Station | Skeffling Drain | +0.20m | 0.80m |
| Stone Creek | Keyingham Drain | +0.10m | 0.14m |