A FLOOD ALERT has been issued for Orkney.

This alert is for coastal flooding. On Tuesday into Wednesday, due to a combination of very strong winds, a storm surge and spring tides, there is a risk of coastal flooding. This may include wave and spray overtopping to exposed coastal areas and high sea levels affecting low lying areas. The greatest risk is around the time of high tide on Tuesday evening/ Wednesday afternoon Potential impacts include flooding of low lying land roads and properties.

Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. Advice and information is available on our website or by calling Floodline on 0345 988 1188.

This FLOOD ALERT is now in force until further notice and was sent by email, SMS and/or phone, free of charge to registered Floodline customers.

If you wish to register, view or amend any of your account details, or deregister, please visit myfloodline.sepa.scot or call Floodline, select option 2 for Scotland then option 3 to speak to an advisor.

You can check the three day flood outlook on our Scottish flood forecast 

Your Floodline quick dial number for this area is 22500