Flood Alert for Wyre Estuary from Fleetwood to Little Eccleston (Sep 12, 2026)
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A flood alert has been issued for the Wyre Estuary in Lancashire, with flooding possible from 12:30pm on 12 September 2026.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Lancashire
- Issued
- September 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Environment Agency
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Alert Details
Environment Agency has issued a Flood alert (severity level 3) for the Wyre Estuary. The alert was raised at 07:34 on 12 September 2026.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston in Lancashire, within the Cumbria and Lancashire area. The flood alert threshold for Hambleton is forecast to be reached.
What You Should Do
Residents should avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks which may be flooded. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation.
Expected Conditions
Flooding is possible due to the midday and midnight tides.
Timeline
Flooding is possible from 12:30pm on 12 September 2026. The message will be updated by 6:00pm on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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