A flood alert has been issued for Hunstanton amid concerns about abnormally large waves.

The Environment Agency published the warning due to strong winds and high tides along the Norfolk coast.

The alert is in place between 7am and 11am on Thursday and the floodgates are to be closed which may cause access issues.

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The tide is forecast to reach a peak level of 4.17m above average sea level at 9am, with a near-gale wind speed of between 32mph and 38mph.

A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: "Take care on beaches, coastal roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself or others in danger.

"We are continuing to monitor the situation."

The agency will issue an update at 11am on Thursday.