A FLOOD WARNING has been issued for Churchill Barriers.

A combination of surge and strong westerly winds means that there is a high risk of wave overtopping and hazardous conditions at the Churchill Barriers during the next 24hrs.

Road closures are likely around the time of high tide on Saturday morning, which occurs between 06:00 GMT and 09:00 GMT.

To find out if the barriers are currently closed or open, please follow https://twitter.com/OIC_Roads

Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property.  Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188.  This FLOOD WARNING is now in force until further notice and was sent by phone and sms free of charge to registered customers of our Floodline direct warning service.  If you haven’t already signed up to receive free flood messages, please call Floodline or register online at sepa.org.uk/floodingsignup.

Your Floodline quick dial number for this area is 22513