A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water in Norfolk, Suffolk on 25th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Waveney.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Yare at Reedham rose 1.27m, peaking at 1.72m, while the River Waveney at Oulton Broad climbed 1.26m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Tide locking, where high tides restrict normal drainage of the river out to sea, this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 3pm to 6pm on Wednesday 25th March, and from 4am to 7am on Thursday 26th March. We expect to see high water levels at Beccles Quay. River levels will remain high over the next couple of days due to tide locking, which is where tides restrict normal drainage of the river out to the sea. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water Avoid using low lying footpaths which may be floode
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reedham | River Yare | +1.27m | 1.72m |
| Oulton Broad | River Waveney | +1.26m | 1.11m |