Norfolk towns face increased flooding risk as wet weather approaches

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 11:02 · Archive

Several Norfolk locations face heightened flood risk during the autumn wet season, with coastal areas and river towns particularly vulnerable.

Several Norfolk locations face heightened flood risk as the autumn wet season approaches, with coastal areas and river towns particularly vulnerable to flooding.

Great Yarmouth is among the most vulnerable because it sits between the North Sea and the lower reaches of the River Yare. The town is particularly exposed to tidal surges, which can coincide with high tides and strong winds to push water levels higher. Extensive flood defences have been installed following previous flood events, including the devastating North Sea floods of 1953.

King's Lynn faces flood risks due to its position on the River Great Ouse and the surrounding low-lying fenland. Much of the land around the town is only just above sea level, meaning heavy rainfall and high river levels can increase the threat of flooding.

Wroxham, often described as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, sits directly alongside some of the county's busiest waterways. The village's proximity to the River Bure means high river levels and prolonged rainfall can raise flood risks. Heavy rain has caused flash flooding there in the past.

How it is being reported

• The places in Norfolk most at risk of flooding during wet weatherAs the wet weather months approach, here are five locations across Norfolk that are most at risk from flooding.Norwich Evening News · 24 Oct, 10:30
• The places in Norfolk most at risk of flooding during wet weatherAs the wet weather months approach, here are five locations across Norfolk that are most at risk from flooding.Eastern Daily Press · 24 Oct, 10:30

In this story: Norfolk · Great Yarmouth · River Yare · North Sea · King's Lynn · River Great Ouse · Wroxham · River Bure

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