Flood Alert: North Sea Coast from Staithes to Whitby

Source: Environment Agency · Yorkshire

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Environment Agency issues flood alert for high tides that may cause flooding along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby.

The weather record, at a glance

Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Yorkshire
Issued
September 12, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency. Severity level 3.

Affected Areas

North Yorkshire and Redcar and Cleveland. North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk.

What You Should Do

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

Expected Conditions

High tides today may lead to flooding. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from 4:00am to 5:30am on 13/09/2026. This message will be updated by 1:00AM on 13 September 2026 or as the situation changes. Alert raised at 2026-09-12T13:52:25.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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What People Ask

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
Environment Agency issues flood alert for high tides that may cause flooding along the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby.
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 Yorkshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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