The Broads Authority has warned boaters' lives could be at risk if they try to navigate the waters during Storm Ciaran. 

The Met Office has issued warnings for wet and windy weather for the East of England with potential gusts of up to 60 mph.

Lucy Burchnall, head of ranger services at The Broads Authority, said boaters should not navigate the storm if possible and to expect high water levels to remain long after the storm recedes.

The authority warned that fast-flowing and deep flood water could put lives at risk and said areas with low bridges and moorings will be most difficult to pass through.

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The Authority advised boaters to ensure their boats and covers are secure and said those who do find themselves on the waters should be careful where they moor up, avoiding areas with lots of trees and other potentially unstable structures.

They must particularly make sure their ropes are properly adjusted when mooring, be cautious when steering in winds and be extra careful getting on and off the boat.

Broads Authority rangers have increased the number of safety checks around the Broads before the storm and will be undertaking additional checks afterward, particularly looking for any fallen trees or other obstructions.