Flood Alert Issued for North Sea Coast from Whitby to Filey

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the North Sea coast. This alert indicates that flooding is possible due to high tides and environmental conditions. The agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey. This geographic area includes parts of Yorkshire, specifically within the counties of East Riding of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire. The locations most likely to be affected are coastal roads and footpaths.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected coastal areas are advised to take care. The Environment Agency recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Stay away from coastal paths and roads that may be subject to flooding.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is expected to be caused by high tides resulting in wave overtopping and windblown spray. These conditions are primarily anticipated to impact infrastructure immediately adjacent to the sea, such as footpaths and roadways.

Timeline

The flood alert is effective during the following windows:

• Wednesday, February 18, 2026: From 18:30 to 20:45
• Thursday, February 19, 2026: From 06:45 to 10:45

An update to this message is expected by 9:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.