What areas are affected by the flooding from Storm Amy?

The River Waveney, the River Yare, and the town of Southwold in Suffolk are all at risk of flooding due to the effects of Storm Amy.

How is the Environment Agency responding to the flood threat?

The Environment Agency has teams out checking flood defenses and is urging residents in the affected areas to be ready to protect their properties if flooding is expected.

What other impacts has Storm Amy had in the region?

In addition to the flood risk, there have been reports of fallen trees blocking roads in Norfolk and Essex, causing disruptions to traffic.

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Coastal Areas on High Alert as Storm Amy Floods Rivers in East Anglia

5 Oct

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Summary

Flood warnings issued for River Waveney, River Yare, and Southwold
Environment Agency teams checking flood defenses, urging property owners to prepare
Reports of fallen trees blocking roads in Norfolk and Essex

Coastal Areas on High Alert as Storm Amy Floods Rivers in East Anglia

As of October 5th, 2025, flood warnings have been issued for several rivers and coastal areas in Norfolk and Suffolk following the effects of Storm Amy. The Environment Agency (EA) has stated that flooding to businesses and homes is likely along the River Waveney, the River Yare, and at Southwold.

An EA spokesperson has urged residents to be ready to take action to protect their properties if flooding is expected. The agency's teams are currently out checking flood defenses in the affected areas. In addition to the flood risk, there have been reports of trees falling on roads in Norfolk and Essex, causing disruptions to traffic.

Storm Amy has brought wind speeds of up to 55mph (89km/h) to much of the UK, knocking out power for many homes. The situation remains ongoing, and the EA is closely monitoring the developments to ensure the safety of the local communities.