A Flood Alert was issued for Tyne estuary in Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, South Tyneside on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Tyne.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tyne at Bywell rose 0.88m, peaking at 2.02m, while the River Tyne at Corbridge climbed 0.75m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 01:45AM to 03:30AM on Monday 26 October. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near Newcastle Quayside. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Monday 26 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bywell | River Tyne | +0.88m | 2.02m |
| Corbridge | River Tyne | +0.75m | 1.54m |
| Riding Mill | River Tyne | +0.50m | 1.75m |
| Tanfield | River Team | +0.38m | 0.62m |
| Gosforth | Ouse Burn | +0.22m | 0.61m |
| Team Valley | River Team | +0.21m | 0.43m |
| Crag Hall | Ouse Burn | +0.20m | 0.36m |
| Rowlands Gill | River Derwent | +0.10m | 0.26m |
| Woolsington | Ouse Burn | +0.09m | 0.13m |