Flood Alert for Tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water

Source: Environment Agency · East Anglia

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A flood alert has been issued for the tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water due to high river levels.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
East Anglia
Issued
September 13, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency. Severity level 3. Alert raised at 2026-09-13T09:07:54.

Affected Areas

The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water in Norfolk and Suffolk. High water levels expected at Beccles Quay.

What You Should Do

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths which may be flooded.

Expected Conditions

High river levels may lead to flooding. High water levels at Beccles Quay.

Timeline

Flooding is possible today, Sunday, 13th September. River levels will remain high over the next couple of days. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 14 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
A flood alert has been issued for the tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water due to high river levels.
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 Anglia. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
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