A Flood Alert was issued for The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries in Essex, Suffolk on 12th November 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea, River Orwell, River Deben.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Deben at Debenham rose 0.11m, peaking at 0.26m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 00:30am to 2:30am on Friday 13 November. 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 2.55mAODN at 1:30am on Friday 13 November, which is 0.70m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, north westerly. No further high tides are expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and ca
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debenham | River Deben | +0.11m | 0.26m |