Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Tees and Estuarine Tributaries

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Lower River Tees and its estuarine tributaries. This alert, designated with severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant as river levels respond to recent conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert covers a broad geographic area across the North East region, including the following counties and districts:

• County Durham
• Darlington
• Hartlepool
• Middlesbrough
• North Yorkshire
• Stockton-on-Tees

Specific impact is expected on low-lying land and roads situated near the River Tees and its tributaries.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Take extra care near riverbanks and low-lying coastal areas.
• Monitor local weather reports for further developments.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, river levels are expected to rise throughout the evening. The primary hazard identified is the potential flooding of roads and land adjacent to the river system. Officials are closely monitoring the situation as levels are forecast to remain high.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 6:39 PM on March 12, 2026. High river levels are expected to persist overnight. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on March 13, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.