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Flood Alert: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water - 10th October 2026

📍 Norfolk, Suffolk 🌊 Waveney 📅 10 October 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water in Norfolk, Suffolk on 10th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Waveney.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Yare at Reedham rose 1.31m, peaking at 1.66m, while the River Waveney at Oulton Broad climbed 1.18m.

Environment Agency advice issued

There is no longer a threat of flooding. We do not expect to see similar impacts from the next high tide. 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.

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Reedham River Yare +1.31m 1.66m
Oulton Broad River Waveney +1.18m 1.05m

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.