Flood Warning Lifted: North Sea Coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea

Flood Warning Lifted for East Yorkshire Coastline

The Environment Agency has confirmed that the threat of flooding has passed for the North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington, and Kilnsea in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Current Situation

Although the immediate danger has ended, some standing water and debris may still remain in affected areas. The Environment Agency has stated that it does not expect the next high tide to cause similar impacts.

The agency will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if conditions change.

What You Should Do

Even though the warning has been lifted, residents and visitors are urged to remain cautious:

• Take care on waterside roads and footpaths. Surfaces may still be slippery or obscured by debris.
• Stay away from any remaining floodwater. Floodwater can contain hidden hazards, including open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals. It is not safe to walk or drive through it.
• Do not take unnecessary risks. If an area looks unsafe, do not enter it.

Who Is Affected

This notice applies to communities along the North Sea coast in the East Riding of Yorkshire, specifically around Withernsea, Easington, and Kilnsea. No specific postcodes have been identified as affected at this time.

Where to Get More Information

This information has been provided by the Environment Agency. You can view the original flood monitoring record and check for any updated alerts on the Environment Agency Flood Monitoring service.

For the latest flood warnings across England, visit Gov.uk Flood Information or call the Environment Agency Floodline on 0345 988 1188 (available 24 hours a day, seven days a week).