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Flood Alert: The tidal Deben estuary - 15th August 2026

📍 Suffolk 🌊 River Deben, North Sea 📅 15 August 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal Deben estuary in Suffolk on 15th 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 0.11m, peaking at -0.04m.

Environment Agency advice issued

There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Coastal conditions are expected to improve and no flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Framlingham River Ore +0.11m -0.04m

This report is automatically compiled from Environment Agency flood warning records and FloodRadar river-level monitoring data. Figures are observed gauge readings during the event period. This is a historical record, not a live warning — always check current flood warnings and gov.uk.