Flood Alert for North Sea Coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton

Source: Environment Agency · East Riding of Yorkshire

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A flood alert has been issued for the North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton due to high tides.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
East Riding of Yorkshire
Issued
September 12, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency. Severity level 3.

Affected Areas

North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton in East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire.

What You Should Do

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

Expected Conditions

High tides today may lead to flooding. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from 5:00am to 7:30am on 13/09/2026. Message will be updated by 1:00AM on 13 September 2026 or as the situation changes. Alert raised at 2026-09-12T13:52:28.

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 North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton due to high tides.
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 East Riding of Yorkshire. 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.