Flood Alert Issued for Tidal River Yare from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water
This alert is no longer in effect.
Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 5 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 tidal River Yare in Norfolk, with high water levels expected in Brundall and Reedham starting Monday evening.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Flood Advisory
- Affected area
- Norfolk, East Anglia
- 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 5 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Norfolk, East Anglia.
Alert Details
A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for the tidal River Yare. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain prepared for changing conditions.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the tidal River Yare stretching from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water in Norfolk. Specific areas of concern include the riverside regions of Brundall and Reedham within the East Anglia area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Stay away from low-lying footpaths which may be submerged.
- Monitor local weather reports and updates from the Environment Agency.
Expected Conditions
High water levels are anticipated due to a combination of recent rainfall and natural tide locking effects. High tides over the next three days are expected to contribute to the increased risk of flooding in riverside areas.
Timeline
The alert is effective starting at 8:00 PM on February 16, 2026, and is expected to remain in place for the next few days. The Environment Agency plans to provide an update on the situation by 10:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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