Flood alert in Wisbech

A flood alert has been issued for Wisbech.

The Environment Agency is warning that flooding is possible in areas surrounding the tidal River Welland and River Nene along with The Wash.

Information on the website states: “High tides are expected from Sunday to Wednesday. These tides combined with northerly winds will lead to tidal levels up against flood embankments around the Wash frontage and tidal Rivers Welland and Nene.

“No significant flooding is expected, but public should be aware of high tide levels for these days.”