A Flood Alert was issued for The Essex coast at Coalhouse Fort in Thurrock on 12th November 2026. Affected watercourses included the Thames Estuary.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Crouch at Noak Bridge rose 0.14m, peaking at -0.61m, while the River Crouch at Wickford climbed 0.14m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Thursday 12 November. Locations most affected will be Coalhouse Fort and car park, and the low lying land between the fort and Coalhouse Point. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Southend of 3.50mAODN at 2:30pm, on Thursday 12 November, which is 0.75m above tide tables, Wind Force 5, Northerly. No further high tides are expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 4:00PM o
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noak Bridge | River Crouch | +0.14m | -0.61m |
| Wickford | River Crouch | +0.14m | 0.24m |
| Crayford | River Cray | +0.09m | 0.26m |
| Gaynes Park | River Ingrebourne | +0.08m | 0.18m |
| Hall Place | River Cray | +0.07m | 0.09m |
| Hornchurch_Bretons Farm | River Beam | +0.05m | 0.17m |