Flood Alert Issued for Tidal Rivers Bure, Ant, and Thurne in Norfolk
This alert is no longer in effect.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 parts of Norfolk, warning of high water levels near Potter Heigham and Wroxham due to high tides and recent rainfall.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Flood Alert
- 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
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the tidal Rivers Bure, Ant, and Thurne. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant as water levels rise.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the East Anglia region, specifically within the county of Norfolk. High water levels are expected to impact the following locations:
- Potter Heigham
- Wroxham boat yards
- Ferry Road in Horning
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the affected areas 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 water levels closely.
Expected Conditions
River levels are expected to be high due to a combination of recent rainfall and natural tide locking effects. High tides occurring over the next two days are likely to exacerbate the situation, leading to potential flooding in low-lying areas near the riverbanks.
Timeline
The alert is effective starting at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, and is expected to remain in place for the next few days. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 10:00 AM on 18 February 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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