A Flood Alert was issued for The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries in Essex, Suffolk on 28th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea, River Orwell, River Deben.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lark at Clopton rose 0.06m, peaking at 0.31m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 12:30pm and 2:30pm today, Monday 28th September. The flood gates at Felixstowe seafront will be closed. The waterfront at Pin Mill, and The Strand at Wherstead under the Orwell Bridge may be flooded. Water may be on the quay at Mistley. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.56mAODN at 1:30pm, on Monday 28th September, which is 0.5m above tide tables, Wind Force 3, North Easterly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. We are closel
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clopton | River Lark | +0.06m | 0.31m |