A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal Deben estuary in Suffolk on 12th November 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Deben, North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ore at Framlingham rose 0.12m, peaking at 0.23m, while the River Deben at Debenham climbed 0.11m.
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. 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 2.55mAODN 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
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framlingham | River Ore | +0.12m | 0.23m |
| Debenham | River Deben | +0.11m | 0.26m |