Flood Alert Issued for North Sea Coast at Bridlington Through February 19

Source: Environment Agency · East Riding of Yorkshire

This alert is no longer in effect.

Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Bridlington coastline due to high tides and wave overtopping expected to impact coastal roads and footpaths.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
East Riding of Yorkshire
Issued
April 6, 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.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in East Riding of Yorkshire.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the North Sea coast at Bridlington. This alert indicates that flooding is possible in the region due to environmental conditions and high tides.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the North Sea coast at Bridlington within the East Riding of Yorkshire. The agency notes that the locations most likely to be affected are coastal roads and footpaths.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid coastal roads, footpaths, and carparks, which may be flooded. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is anticipated due to wave overtopping and windblown spray caused by high tides. These conditions are expected to create hazards primarily along the immediate shoreline.

Timeline

The alert is effective during the following time windows:

  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026: From 4:30 PM to 10:45 PM
  • Thursday, February 19, 2026: From 4:45 AM to 10:45 AM

A status update is scheduled to be provided by 9:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Bridlington coastline due to high tides and wave overtopping expected to impact coastal roads and footpaths.
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.