Flood alert issued for Hunstanton as high tides expected

People are being warned to stay off Hunstanton beach amid a flood alert <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
People are being warned to stay off Hunstanton beach amid a flood alert (Image: Newsquest)
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A flood alert has been issued due to high tides and strong winds.

The Environment Agency is urging people to be cautious along Hunstanton seafront and to stay off the beach.

The government organisation has said flooding is possible from 4.45pm to 8.45pm today (February 2).

The area is expected to be hit by gusts of up to 30mph.

A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: "Tides will remain high over the next couple of days.

"We currently expect this flood alert to be in place for the following two tides on Tuesday, February 3, at 7.30am and 7.30pm."

Flood gates in Hunstanton will be closed by the local authority and the situation is being monitored closely.

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