'Be prepared': Two flood alerts issued for Whitby and Staithes
Two amber ‘prepare’ flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency from Staithes to Whitby
The first flood alert has been issued from 5pm tonight (November 19) until 7:15pm. The second is in place from 5am tomorrow morning (November 20) until 7:15am.
Both alerts cover the North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby, including Sandsend and tidal River Esk.
An Environment Agency spokesperson said: “High tides and forecast weather conditions this evening may lead to flooding.
"Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
“We are closely monitoring the situation.”
Visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/flood-alerts-and-warnings-what-they-are-and-what-to-do#flood-alert for further advice.