Flood Alert Issued for Hunstanton Coast in Norfolk

Source: Environment Agency · Hunstanton coast in Norfolk

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Hunstanton coast in Norfolk due to high tides expected tomorrow morning.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Hunstanton coast in Norfolk
Issued
August 2, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

A Flood alert (severity level 3) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the Hunstanton coast in Norfolk. The alert was raised at 2026-08-02T17:05:52.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Hunstanton coast in Norfolk, with areas most at risk around Hunstanton seafront. A peak water level of 4.1mAODN is forecast at King's Lynn.

What You Should Do

Residents should avoid beaches and promenades, which may be affected by spray and waves. Do not put yourself or others at risk. Flood gates in the area will be closed by the Local Authority, which will make access difficult.

Expected Conditions

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Wind Force 5, Easterly. The high tide tomorrow evening is not expected to be as high.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from 08:00am to 12:00pm on 03.08.2026. The message will be updated by 1:00PM on 03 August 2026 or as the situation changes. The agency is closely monitoring the situation.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Hunstanton coast in Norfolk due to high tides expected tomorrow morning.
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 Hunstanton coast in Norfolk. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
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