A Flood Alert was issued for North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk in North Yorkshire, Redcar and Cleveland on 12th November 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.
Local monitoring gauges did not record a significant level change for this event, which may indicate a precautionary or rainfall-forecast-based alert.
Environment Agency advice issued
You've signed up to get flood alerts. A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency. Flood alert in force: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk Flooding is possible for: The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 19:15 to 21:15 on 12/11/2026. Locations most affected will be The North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including Sandsend and tidal River Esk We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walki