A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal Deben estuary in Suffolk on 11th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Deben, North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ore at Framlingham rose 0.10m, peaking at -0.02m, while the River Fromus at Saxmundham climbed 0.05m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September. 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 2.51mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. We are closely
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framlingham | River Ore | +0.10m | -0.02m |
| Saxmundham | River Fromus | +0.05m | 1.18m |