Several flood alerts and warnings are now in place in the North East.
In our region, coastal areas such as Berwick , Seahouses and Tynemouth are all affected and flood barriers are also being deployed on the Quayside.
The Environment Agency issued the warning for the Tyne Estuary from 4.45pm until 7.15pm on Tuesday as strong winds batter the UK and the two car parks behind the Guildhall will be closed for safety reasons.
Now five more warnings have been put in place as well as some less severe flood alerts.
Here is the full list from the Environment Agency:
Flood warnings
Alnmouth
"Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds at North Sea at Alnmouth. Tides will be at their highest between 16.30 and 19.15 today.
"Flooding to coastal footpaths, roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are properties on Riverside Road and Garden Terrace.
"Also at Sawmill Cottage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using risk areas and take care near coastal footpaths and promenades as large waves and spray are likely. Do not drive through flood water or large waves."
Berwick & Tweedmouth
"This warning is in place for the North Sea at Berwick Upon Tweed and Tweedmouth. Sea defences are predicted to be overtopped between 16.00 and 19.00 today.
"Flooding is likely at these times. Areas most at risk are Properties at The Chandlery and Marlin Buildings in Berwick, Blakewell Road and West End in Tweedmouth,
"The Waterfront at Sandstell Road in Spittal, and Berwick Dock. Large waves and spray are likely so take care near coastal paths and promenades. Do not drive through flood water or large waves. We are continuing to monitor the situation."
Sunderland
"Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds at North Sea at Roker. Tides will be at their highest between 16.00 and 19.45 today.
"Flooding to coastal footpaths, roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Properties most at risk are the Amusement Arcades and Grannie Annies.
"We are closely monitoring the situation and affected areas. Please avoid using risk areas and take care near coastal footpaths and promenades as large waves and spray are likely. Do not drive through flood water or large waves."
Seahouses
"This warning is in place for the North Sea at Seahouses. Sea defences are predicted to be overtopped between 16.45 and 18.45 today. Flooding is likely at these times.
"Areas most at risk are Properties at Harbour Road, Chapel Row, North Street and Monks House. Large waves and spray are likely so take care near coastal paths and promenades.
"Do not drive through flood water or large waves. We are continuing to monitor the situation."
Whitley Bay, Cullercoats and Tynemouth
"Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences as a result of high spring tides and strong winds at North Sea at Whitley Bay. Tides will be at their highest between 16.45 and 19.15 today.
"Flooding to coastal footpaths, roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are properties including Whitley Sands Refreshment Kiosk, Robinson Crusoe’s Café at Tynemouth Longsands, Tynemouth Sailing Club and the area at Cullercoats Bay around the Lifeboat Station and the Dove Marine Laboratory.
"We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using risk areas and take care near coastal footpaths and promenades as large waves and spray are likely. Do not drive through flood water or large waves."
Tyne Estuary
“A tidal surge and waves are expected to overtop sea defences on the Tyne Estuary between 16.45 and 19.15 today.
“This is due to high spring tides and strong winds combined with low pressure in the North Sea.
“The main area of concern is North Shields Western Promenade, North Shields Low Lights Promenade and Newcastle Quayside.
“Flooding to properties/roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide.
“People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
“We will continue to monitor the situation and reissue this Alert for any subsequent tides if required.”
Flood alerts are in place in:
- Berwick – Tweed Estuary
- Northumberland Coast - Seahouses North Pier; Beadnell Harbour Road North; Alnmouth River Footpath; Alnmouth Horsefield; Amble & Warkworth A1068 Main Road; Newbiggin Bay South Promenade; Newbiggin Bay North Promenade ; North Blyth Sand Dunes; North Blyth Roundabout
- Tyne and Wear Coast - Whitley Sands Promenade; Seaburn Lower Promenade; Hendon Promenade; Seaham Harbour and Docks
Tyne Estuary - North Shields - Low Lights Promenade / Western Quay Promenade / Newcastle Quayside
Wear Estuary - Sunderland Marine Walk (Outer); Sunderland North Estuary Footpath; Sunderland East Nobles Quay; Port of Sunderland Harbour; Fatfield to Queen Alexander Bridge
