A Flood Alert was issued for North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea in East Riding of Yorkshire between 26th and 28th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The North Sea at Paull rose 2.74m, peaking at 4.42m, while the Winestead Drain at Winestead Booster Pumping Station climbed 0.58m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. The previous tide of concern has now passed, the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paull | North Sea | +2.74m | 4.42m |
| Winestead Booster Pumping Station | Winestead Drain | +0.58m | -0.03m |
| Humberston | Buck Beck | +0.29m | 2.20m |
| Skeffling Pumping Station | Skeffling Drain | +0.20m | 0.79m |
| Stone Creek | Keyingham Drain | +0.13m | 0.32m |
| Patrington Haven Outstrays | Winestead Drain | +0.11m | 0.82m |
| River Freshney Grimsby | Laceby Beck | +0.08m | 0.23m |
| Burstwick Hall Road Bridge | Burstwick Drain | +0.07m | 0.85m |