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Flood Alert: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk - 27th September 2026

📍 North Yorkshire, Redcar and Cleveland 🌊 North Sea 📅 27 September 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk in North Yorkshire, Redcar and Cleveland on 27th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Kilton Beck at Skinningrove rose 0.05m, peaking at 5.05m.

Environment Agency advice issued

High tides, strong winds and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 03:30 to 07:00 on Monday 28/09/2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and the tidal River Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation and closing locks and flood gates. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 6:15AM on 28 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Skinningrove Kilton Beck +0.05m 5.05m

This report is automatically compiled from Environment Agency flood warning records and FloodRadar river-level monitoring data. Figures are observed gauge readings during the event period. This is a historical record, not a live warning — always check current flood warnings and gov.uk.