A Flood Warning was issued for Bawdsey Quay and Felixstowe Ferry in Suffolk on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Deben, North Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Lark at Clopton rose 0.28m, peaking at 0.57m, while the River Fromus at Saxmundham climbed 0.13m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 9:15pm Sunday 25th October to 1:15am Monday 26th October. Locations most affected will be Bawdsey Quay and in front of the flood defences at Felixstowe Ferry hamlet. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.85mAODN at 11:15pm, on Sunday 25th October, which is 0.78m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. Tides will remain high over the next couple of days. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This messag
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clopton | River Lark | +0.28m | 0.57m |
| Saxmundham | River Fromus | +0.13m | 1.27m |
| Brandeston | River Deben | +0.06m | 0.38m |
| Framlingham | River Ore | +0.05m | 0.17m |