Communities along the north east coast of England, including Yorkshire and the north coast of Norfolk, should prepare for the risk of coastal flooding.

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The Environment Agency and Met Office are forecasting that gale-force winds and large waves will combine with spring tides and a large surge later on Thursday and through Friday. This brings a risk of significant coastal flooding.

Areas at risk of flooding

Areas at highest risk are along the north east coast and parts of the north Norfolk coast. The east coast including Lincolnshire, Suffolk, Essex and Southend-on-Sea could also be affected. Coastal communities around the Thames Estuary and Kent could also see flooding.

Additionally areas around the tidal reaches of the River Trent, in Nottinghamshire may be affected.

On the west coast during Thursday severe gales and large waves combined with high water levels are also expected and, again, some coastal flooding is possible for parts of the north-west of England.

Natural Resources Wales, the organisation which leads on flooding in Wales, is also warning of potential flooding from high tides and strong winds in coastal areas of north Wales. Their officers are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if there is a risk to people and property.

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