A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal Deben estuary in Suffolk on 14th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Deben, North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ore at Framlingham rose 0.09m, peaking at -0.04m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 1.15 am and 3.15 am tomorrow morning, Saturday 15th August. Tide levels will be high around the boat yard in Felixstowe Ferry hamlet at the end of Ferry Road, and along riverside areas in Woodbridge and Waldringfield, as well as in surrounding marshland. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.54mAODN at 2.15am, on Saturday 15th August, which is 0.34m 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.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framlingham | River Ore | +0.09m | -0.04m |