Flood Warning Issued for North Sea at Scarborough Foreshore Road Due to High Tides

Source: Environment Agency · North Yorkshire, England

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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 warning for the Scarborough foreshore, with flooding expected during high tide cycles on February 18 and 19, 2026.

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Record type
Flood Warning
Affected area
North Yorkshire, England
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 North Yorkshire, England.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Level 2 Flood Warning for the North Sea at Scarborough, specifically focusing on Foreshore Road. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required for those in the vicinity.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning is centered on the Yorkshire coast. Specific areas most at risk include coastal roads, footpaths, and foreshore areas in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid coastal roads, footpaths, and car parks, as these areas are likely to be flooded. The Environment Agency recommends staying away from the immediate shoreline during the warning periods. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation.

Expected Conditions

High tides are the primary driver for this alert. Flooding is anticipated to impact coastal infrastructure and pedestrian routes. The Environment Agency will provide a status update by 9:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.

Timeline

Flooding is expected to occur during two distinct windows based on tidal patterns:

  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026: From 18:45 to 20:45
  • Thursday, February 19, 2026: From 06:45 to 09:15

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 warning for the Scarborough foreshore, with flooding expected during high tide cycles on February 18 and 19, 2026.
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 "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects North Yorkshire, England. 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.