Flood Alert for Newcastle Quayside on River Tyne

Source: Environment Agency · North East England

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A flood alert has been issued for the Tyne estuary due to high tides expected on Sunday.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
North East England
Issued
September 12, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency for the Tyne estuary (flood_area_id: 121WAT913). Severity level 3.

Affected Areas

Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, South Tyneside. The location most likely to be affected is Newcastle Quayside, particularly the area around the Swing Bridge.

What You Should Do

Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay out of any flood water.

Expected Conditions

High tides on Sunday may lead to flooding.

Timeline

Flooding is possible between 4.30am - 5.45am on Sunday 13 September. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 13 September 2026 or as the situation changes. Alert raised at 2026-09-12T08:47:38.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Questions & Answers

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
A flood alert has been issued for the Tyne estuary due to high tides expected on Sunday.
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 "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects North East England. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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