The Norfolk Broads is at risk of flooding after the Environment Agency issued an alert across three of its rivers.

An area spanning much of the Broads is under the alert with the government agency warning people living there to "be prepared".

The warning comes as high tides have caused river levels throughout the waterway system to rise to dangerous levels.

The flood alert spans much of the BroadsThe flood alert spans much of the Broads (Image: The Environment Agency) READ MORE: Torrential downpours hit Norfolk amid Storm Conall

Locals can expect to see the rising waters disrupting low-lying land, roads and riverside areas.

They are particularly concerned for areas around Potter Heigham, Wroxham boat yards and Ferry Road in Horning.

Elsewhere in the county, a separate alert for the Hundred Foot Washes in Norfolk has also been issued with locals warned of disruption on the Cambridgeshire border.

A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: " We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time.

"Take care on waterside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger."