Flood Alert for Essex Coast from Clacton to St Peters Flat (Sep 27, 2026)

Source: Environment Agency · Essex, East Anglia

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Flood alert issued for the Essex coast from Clacton to St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries, though the threat has now passed.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Essex, East Anglia
Issued
September 27, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency for the Essex coast from Clacton to and including St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries. Severity: Flood alert (level 3). Alert raised at 2026-09-27T10:06:18.

Affected Areas

Essex coast from Clacton to and including St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries, East Anglia.

What You Should Do

Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Never drive through flood water, as just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.

Expected Conditions

There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. No flooding is expected.

Timeline

Alert raised 2026-09-27T10:06:18. The previous tide of concern has now passed and the weather is more settled. The agency will continue to monitor and issue further alerts if necessary.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about? ▾
Flood alert issued for the Essex coast from Clacton to St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries, though the threat has now passed.
Which agency issued this alert? ▾
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert? ▾
This alert is classified as "low" severity. No immediate action required, but stay aware.
What area is affected? ▾
This alert affects Essex, East Anglia. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates? ▾
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.