People warned to avoid beach due to flood risk

Image source, Environment Agency

Image caption, The section of Marine Walk shaded red is at risk of flooding
  • Author, Jonny Manning
  • Role, 大象传媒 News

People are being warned to stay away from a beach due to high tides and strong winds.

A flood warning is in place at the coast in Roker, in Sunderland, between 15:15 GMT and 18:00 GMT on Monday when tides are high.

The Environment Agency has warned that wave overtopping is possible during the three hour window.

The floods are expected to affect a section of Marine Walk next to Roker Beach.

Properties at risk of flooding include the Amusement Arcades and the Grannie Annies pub.

An Environment Agency spokesman said: "We will continue to monitor levels closely.

"Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous."

A flood alert, which is less serious, is also in place along the length of Roker Beach.

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