A Flood Alert was issued for Tyne and Wear coast in County Durham, Hartlepool, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Sunderland on 27th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Wear at Chester-Le-Street rose 0.28m, peaking at 0.70m, while the Ouse Burn at Crag Hall climbed 0.21m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides and forecast weather conditions tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 3:45AM to 5:45AM on Wednesday 28 October. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths near Cullercoats, Seaburn Lower Prom and Hendon Promenade. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Wednesday 28 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester-Le-Street | River Wear | +0.28m | 0.70m |
| Crag Hall | Ouse Burn | +0.21m | 0.35m |
| Durham New Elvet Bridge | River Wear | +0.21m | 0.51m |
| Sunderland Bridge | River Wear | +0.20m | 0.61m |
| Team Valley | River Team | +0.07m | 0.28m |
| Houghton Le Spring | Moors Burn | +0.06m | 0.18m |