A flood alert has been issued for a large stretch of the Norfolk coast amid concerns about abnormally large waves.

The Environment Agency published the warning due to high spring tides running from Hunstanton to King's Lynn.

The three alerts are in place between 9am today and will be assessed daily but are expected to continue into the weekend as of the current forecast.

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The tide is forecast to reach a peak level of 4.97m above average sea level with officers monitoring locks and flood gates.

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."