A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal Deben estuary in Suffolk on 13th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Deben, North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Deben at Brandeston rose 0.07m, peaking at 0.35m, while the River Deben at Debenham climbed 0.05m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 1:30am to 3:30am on Wednesday 14th October. 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 2.7mAODN at 2:30am on Wednesday 14th October, which is 0.71m above tide tables, Wind Force 4, Westerly. No further high tides are expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpath
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandeston | River Deben | +0.07m | 0.35m |
| Debenham | River Deben | +0.05m | 0.26m |