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  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Irish Sea at New Brighton
    Active Warning
    Started:16:27 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:27 GMT Monday 26 October

    We do not anticipate the next high tide this evening, 26 October 2026, to meet the flood warning threshold. However, there is a still risk of flooding from 11:00 PM on 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be Marine Point Leisure and Retail Park. We are expecting that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026 will meet the flood warning threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth including Port Carlisle, Skinburness and Rockcliffe
    Active Warning
    Started:16:20 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:20 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 22:30 to 01:30 on Monday 26/10/2026. Locations most affected will be Skinburness Marshes, Port Carlisle and Rockcliffe. We are closing flood gates . Exposed coastal areas may be hazardous due to strong winds and large waves. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline from Gretna to Silloth, between Longtown and Skinburness
    Active Warning
    Started:16:19 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:19 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 22:30 to 01:30 on Monday 26/10/2026. Locations most affected will be Skinburness Marsh, Port Carlisle and Rockcliffe. We are closing flood gates . Exposed coastal areas may be hazardous due to strong winds and large waves. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline from Silloth to St Bees including Maryport, Flimby, Workington and Whitehaven
    Active Warning
    Started:16:19 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:19 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected from 22:30 to 01:30 on Monday 26/10/2026. Locations most affected will be Whitehaven North Beach We are closing locks and flood gates . Avoid seafronts and harbours due to wave overtopping and spray containing debris. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Lancashire coastline at Sunderland, around Sunderland Point, Bazil Point and Potts Corner
    Active Warning
    Started:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be Oxcliffe Hill Farm, Heaton, Bazil Point, Sunderland Point, Sunderland Brows Farm and Alderley Bank. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline at Barrow in Furness, around Biggar, Rampside and Vickerstown
    Active Warning
    Started:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 22:30 on Monday 26/10/2026 to 01:30 on Tuesday 27/10/2026 . Locations most affected will be Barrow in Furness including West Shore Park, Biggar Bank Road, Biggar, Tummer Hill Marshes, Rampside, Roa Island and Vickerstown. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid seafronts and harbours due to wave overtopping and spray containing debris. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline from St Bees Head to Haverigg, along the coast from North Head to Haverigg
    Active Warning
    Started:16:13 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:13 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 22:30 on Monday 26/10/2026 to 01:30 on Tuesday 27/10/2026. Locations most affected will be the coastline from St Bees Head to Haverigg including Seascale, Ravenglass, Saltcoats and beach front properties at Coulderton, Nethertown and Braystones We are closely monitoring the situation . Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline at Barrow in Furness, between North and South Walney, Cavendish and Ramsden Docks
    Active Warning
    Started:16:08 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:08 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 22:30 on Monday 26/10/2026 to 01:30 on Tuesday 27/10/2026 . Locations most affected will be Barrow in Furness including West Shore Park, Biggar Bank Road, Tummer Hill Marshes, Rampside, Roa Island, Vickerstown, Cavendish and Ramsden Docks, Salthouse Mills and Roosecote Power Station We are closely monitoring the situation . Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Mersey Estuary at Arpley Bridge, Warrington
    Active Warning
    Started:15:56 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:15:56 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from to 12:30 AM on 27 October 2026. Locations most affected will be parts of Chester Road, Arpley Road and underneath Arpley Railway Bridge. We anticipate the next high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026, to meet the flood warning threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Cumbrian coastline from Silloth to St Bees, between Allonby and Whitehaven
    Active Warning
    Started:15:56 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:15:56 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 22:30 on Monday 26/10/2026 to 01:30 on Tuesday 27/10/2026 . Locations most affected will be Whitehaven town centre, Whitehaven North Beach, Parton, Workington, Flimby and Maryport We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid seafronts and harbours due to wave overtopping and spray containing debris. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:South Hayling and South Eastoke seafront
    Active Warning
    Started:15:20 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:15:20 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding over the next two days. Flooding is expected for 2 hours either side of Monday evening's tide at 23:18 on 26/10/2026 The weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 5.03 metres Chart Datum (2.30 mAOD) at Portsmouth. Strong Southerly Force 6 wind. South Hayling beach (towards Eastoke) has been affected by previous storms. Water could push further up the beach than normal. Property at Eastoke corner, near the nature reserve, and at Southwood Road may flood. Overtopping of splash walls along the beach front may flood gardens. Beach huts at West Beach, near the Inn on the beach may also be affected. Tuesday's tide at 11:40 27/10/2026 is forecast to be 7 cm lower (2.23 mAOD). We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities . Activate any flood protection products you may have. Avoid South Hayling seafront. Shingle can be thrown by wind and waves. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Poole Harbour at West Quay and Lower Hamworthy Quay
    Active Warning
    Started:12:58 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:58 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 07:11pm to 11:11pm on 26/10/2026. Further flooding is possible on the morning high tide on Tuesday 27th October from 07:30am to 11:30am. Areas most at risk include Lower Hamworthy and areas of Poole from Old Town, The Quay to Hunger Hill. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole RNLI. The first forecast high water of 1.63mAODN is at 09:11pm 26/10/2026 with southerly force 6 winds. The second forecast high water is at 09:30am 27/10/2026 with a level of 1.42mAODN with westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) We are closely monitoring the situation . Activate any flood protection products you may have. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood warning

    Flooding expected - Act now

    Areas affected:Keswick Campsite
    Active Warning
    Started:09:20 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:09:20 GMT Monday 26 October

    Following heavy rain and strong winds over the weekend, river and lake levels remain above flood warning thresholds. Further rainfall and strong winds are expected. Locations most affected will be Keswick Campsite flooding from the lake and the River Greta. We continue to closely monitor the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:North Sea coast at Bridlington
    Active Warning
    Started:21:47 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:21:47 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible tomorrow morning from 04:00 to 08:00 on 27/10/2026. Flooding at the coast and overtopping of waves is possible in the coming days due to strong winds and high astronomical tides. Locations most affected will be coastal roads, footpaths and foreshore areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and may issue flood warnings if necessary Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. Stay away from promenades where wave and spray overtopping is possible This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Langstone to Emsworth Harbour
    Active Warning
    Started:18:53 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:18:53 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides on Wednesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible for 1 hour either side of Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:21 on 28/10/2026. On Monday night and Tuesday, no flooding is expected. On Wednesday afternoon, the weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 5.23 metres Chart Datum (2.50 mAOD) at Portsmouth. Light Westerly Force 4 wind. Wednesday's tide at 00:45 on 29/10/2026 is forecast to be 47 cm lower (2.03 mAOD). We are closely monitoring the situation. Consider activating any flood protection products you may have, particularly if directly on the harbour front. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 27/10/2026.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Mansbridge and Riverside Park
    Active Warning
    Started:18:50 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:18:50 GMT Monday 26 October

    High river levels on Wednesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 28/10/2026 for 1.5 hours before, and 3.5 hours after Wednesday morning's tide at 11:48. On Monday night and Tuesday, no flooding is expected. On Wednesday morning, the weather increases the tide table values by 0.19m. The total forecast tide is 5.1 meters Chart Datum (2.36 mAOD) at Southampton. Light Westerly Force 4 wind. Thursday's early morning tide at 00.09 on 29/10/2026 is forecast to be 45cm lower (1.91 mAOD). We are closely monitoring the situation Consider activating any flood protection products you may have, including flood protection products at and near the White Swan. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 27/10/2026.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Portsmouth
    Active Warning
    Started:18:41 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:18:41 GMT Monday 26 October

    On Wednesday, no flooding is expected but tides are higher than usual. On Monday night and Tuesday, no flooding is expected. On Wednesday afternoon, the weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 5.23 metres Chart Datum (2.50 mAOD) at Portsmouth. Light Westerly Force 4 wind. Wednesday's tide at 00:45 on 29/10/2026 is forecast to be 47 cm lower (2.03 mAOD). We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities over flood defence gate closures around Portsmouth. Consider activating any flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 27/10/2026.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:East coast of Dorset
    Active Warning
    Started:17:15 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:17:15 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 05:03am to 09:03am on 27/10/2026 Areas most at risk are coastal roads and footpaths at Preston Beach. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Weymouth of 1.65 mAODN and 2.80m waves at 07:03am, with Westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.). We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Dee Estuary from Parkgate to Chester
    Active Warning
    Started:16:59 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:59 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 10:30 PM on 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads around the Dee Estuary. We are expecting that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026 will meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Irish Sea from Hilbre Island to Heswall
    Active Warning
    Started:16:51 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:51 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 10:30 PM on 26 October 2026. Locations most affected by spray overtopping will be low lying land and roads from Hilbre Island and along the coast from West Kirby to Heswall. We are expecting that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026 will meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Rivers Caldew and Petteril
    Active Warning
    Started:16:43 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:43 GMT Monday 26 October

    Forecast rising river levels tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the early hours of Tuesday 27 October . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near the rivers Caldew and Petteril from the Lakeland Fells to Carlisle including Greystoke, Newton Reigny, Plumpton, Stockdalewath, Sebergham and Denton Holme in Carlisle. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Mersey Estuary from Liverpool and Wirral to Widnes
    Active Warning
    Started:16:38 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:38 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 11:30 PM on 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads around the Mersey Estuary. Hale Village, peaking at 12:00 AM on 27 October 2026. We do not expect that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026, will meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Severn Vyrnwy confluence
    Active Warning
    Started:16:25 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:25 GMT Monday 26 October

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from the Welsh border at Llawnt to Shrawardine, near Shrewsbury. Other locations that may be affected include Llanymynech, Maesbrook and Melverley. Roads between Maesbrook, Melverley and Pentre start to flood. River levels remain high in this area. Cae Howel is currently peaking and steady at 3.37m. Additional rainfall is forecast overnight which may increase river levels further and cause them to exceed the flood alert threshold level in this location. Flood alert thresholds are currently not forecast to be reached in any other gauge locations within this area. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Irish Sea from New Brighton to Hoylake
    Active Warning
    Started:16:22 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:22 GMT Monday 26 October

    We do not anticipate the next high tide this evening, 26 October 2026, to meet the flood alert threshold. However, there is a still risk of flooding from 11:00 PM on 26 October 2026. Locations most affected by spray overtopping will be low lying land and roads at the head of the Wirral from Hoylake to New Brighton, including parts of Leasowe and Wallasey. We are expecting that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026 will meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast from Silloth to St Bees
    Active Warning
    Started:16:16 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:16 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for low lying land and roads along the coastline from Silloth to St Bee’s including Allonby, Maryport, Flimby, Workington, Parton and Whitehaven. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast from St Bees Head to Haverigg
    Active Warning
    Started:16:16 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:16 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for low lying areas along the coast from St Bees Head to Haverigg including Ravenglass and Annaside. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast at Duddon estuary
    Active Warning
    Started:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:14 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for the Duddon estuary including Haverigg, Millom Marsh, Foxfield, Sandside and Dunnerholme. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Ribble estuary west of Preston
    Active Warning
    Started:16:13 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:13 GMT Monday 26 October

    High water levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around high tide from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths around Freckleton Marsh, Riversway Docklands, Lower Penwortham, Hutton Marsh, Longton Marsh, Becconsall Marsh, Much Hoole Marsh, Bretherton Eyes, Croston Finney, Hesketh Out Marsh and Hundred End. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Mersey Estuary at Warrington
    Active Warning
    Started:16:12 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:12 GMT Monday 26 October

    We anticipate the next high tide overnight 27 October 2026, to meet the flood alert threshold. Flooding is possible from 12:00 AM on 27 October 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads at Fiddlers Ferry, peaking at 12:00 AM, Eastford Road, peaking at 12:15 AM, and Arpley Bridge, peaking at 12:30 AM. It is possible that river levels may affect Arpley Road under the railway bridge. We are expecting that the high tide tomorrow afternoon, 27 October 2026, will meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast from Heysham to Cockerham
    Active Warning
    Started:16:11 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:11 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths around Sandylands, Middleton, Sunderland, Bank Houses, Hillam, Sand Side and Cockerham Moss. Flooding in these locations is also possible during the high tide on Tuesday 27th October between 10.30am and 12:30pm. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast from Fleetwood to Blackpool
    Active Warning
    Started:16:11 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:11 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths around Fleetwood, Larkholme, Broadwater, Cleveleys, Rossall Beach, Anchorsholme, Blackpool and Revoe. Flooding in these locations is also possible during the high tide on Tuesday 27th October between 10.30am and 12:30pm. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Lune estuary south west of Lancaster
    Active Warning
    Started:16:10 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:10 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October 2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths around Aldcliffe Marsh, Heaton Marsh, Marsh, Greyhound Bridge, Skerton Bridge, Newton, Overton, Middleton, Glasson, Conder Green, Conder Bridge and Thurnham Moss. Flooding in these locations is also possible during the high tide on Tuesday 27 October between 10.30am and 12:30pm. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston
    Active Warning
    Started:16:08 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:08 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 22:00 to Midnight on Monday 26 October. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths around Tiger's Tail, Wyre Dock, Burrow's Marsh, Burn Naze, Thornton, Trunnah, Stanah, Poulton-le-Fylde, Skippool, Hambleton, Cold Row, Little Singleton, Little Eccleston and Crow Woods. Flooding in these locations is also possible during the high tide on Tuesday 27 October between 10.30am and 12:30pm We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast at Barrow in Furness
    Active Warning
    Started:16:06 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:06 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for low lying land and roads along the coastline at Barrow in Furness. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast at North Morecambe Bay
    Active Warning
    Started:16:02 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:16:02 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow at midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for the coast at North Morecambe Bay from Roosebeck to Carnforth including low lying areas around Ulverston, Greenodd, Haverthwaite, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands, Levens, Milnthorpe, Sandside, Arnside and Silverdale. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Coast from Gretna to Silloth
    Active Warning
    Started:15:21 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:15:21 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this evening and tomorrow midday are expected to cause flooding. The Flood Alert remains in force for the high tide overnight Monday 26th October 2026 into Tuesday 27th October 2026. There may also be some Flood Warnings along the coast in some areas due to high winds. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible for low lying land and roads along the coastline from Gretna to Silloth including Port Carlisle and Angerton. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and Shirehampton
    Active Warning
    Started:14:53 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:14:53 GMT Monday 26 October

    Higher than normal tides over the next two days may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from early evening on Monday and on Tuesday morning. Areas most at risk include the tidal River Avon from Sea Mills to Conham in Bristol and between the Avonmouth Bridge and Shirehampton Park including Pill and Shirehampton. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 7.50 mAODN at 7:00 PM on Monday 26/10/2026, which is 0.55 m above tide tables, with southerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) The second forecast high water is at 7:30 AM on Tuesday 27/10/2026 with a level of 7.37 mAODN which is 0.38 m above tide tables, with south westerly force 6 winds. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further Alerts or updates as necessary. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Weymouth Harbour
    Active Warning
    Started:13:08 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:13:08 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 04:41pm to 08:41pm on 26/10/2026. Areas most at risk include Weymouth Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Wey, Commercial Road Car Park, Weymouth may be inaccessible, cars parked along the North side of Town Bridge could be affected. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Weymouth of 1.80mAODN at 06:41pm with South Westerly force 6 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Climping Seafront
    Active Warning
    Started:12:58 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:58 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides on Monday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible for 2 hours either side of Monday evening's tide at 23:15 on 26/10/2026. The weather increases tide table values by 0.09 m. Total forecast tide is 6.00 metres Chart Datum (2.95 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Strong Southerly Force 7 wind. Waves could cause overtopping of the beach, affecting Climping Street Car Park. A small amount of water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane towards residential property in Climping Street. Tuesday's tide at 11:30 on 27/10/2026 is forecast to be 9 cm lower (2.86 mAOD). We are closely monitoring the situation . We routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Consider activating any flood protection products you may have. Access could be restricted. Take care if visiting Climping beach. This message will be updated by 6:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:North Cornwall coast from The Rumps to Hartland Point
    Active Warning
    Started:12:44 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:44 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Tuesday morning. Areas particularly at risk include low quaysides, harbours and low-lying roads/ car parks at Port Quinn, Port Gaverne, Port Isaac and Bude. The high tide at Padstow on Tuesday 27th October is at 05:29, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 4.09mAOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.15 and 0.20 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 4.40m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday evening's high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Upper River Tamar
    Active Warning
    Started:12:43 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:43 GMT Monday 26 October

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Monday 26 October . Over the last 48 hours we have seen persistent rainfall in the area. Forecast levels may cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from mid-afternoon today. We expect the river to remain high overnight and into Tuesday morning though no flooding to properties is currently forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Plymouth Sound, Wembury Bay and tidal estuaries
    Active Warning
    Started:12:30 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:30 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Tuesday morning. Areas particularly at risk include exposed coastal areas of Plymouth Sound including Cawsand, Kingsand and The Hoe, Millbrook, and low-lying areas on the Tidal Lynher, Tamar, Tavy, Plym and Yealm estuaries. The high tide at Plymouth on Tuesday is at 06:03, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.74mAOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.30 and 0.40 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 SW winds and offshore wave heights of over 3.90m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Severn estuary from Gloucester to Sharpness
    Active Warning
    Started:12:22 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:22 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 8am to 10am on 27/10/2026. Tidal flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the Estuary from Sandhurst to Chepstow and Sharpness over the next 3 days. Some lengths of the flood embankment at Longney and The Noards may be overtopped. Rodley Lane, Westbury and Awre Road, Brims Pill may be flooded. Predicted peaks: Sandhurst 3.3m to 3.5mm on 27/10 09:45AM, Gloucester 3.3m to 3.5m on 27/10 09:30AM. Sandhurst 3.3m to 3.6m on 27/10 22:00PM, Gloucester 3.3m to 3.5m on 27/10 22:00PM. Tidal peak impacts are not forecast to affect other gauging points. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads and low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Christchurch Harbour
    Active Warning
    Started:12:12 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:12 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening and Tuesday morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 07:30pm to 11:30pm on the 26/10/2026. Further flooding is possible from 7:48am to 11:48am on 27/10/2026. Areas most at risk include Christchurch Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Stour and Avon. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is - the first forecast high water of 1.31mAODN is at 09:30pm, with southerly force 6 winds. The second forecast high water is at 09:48am on the 27 October with a level of 1.20mAODN with westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.). We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. Don't put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 02:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Dorset coast at Poole Harbour
    Active Warning
    Started:12:10 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:12:10 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening and Tuesday morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 07:11pm to 11:11pm on 26/10/2026. Further flooding is possible from 07:30am to 11:30am on 27/10/2026. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole RNLI. The first forecast high water of 1.63mAODN is at 09:11pm with southerly force 6 winds. The second forecast high water is at 09:30am with a level of 1.42mAODN with westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:West Bay Harbour
    Active Warning
    Started:11:54 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:54 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 4.15pm to 8.15pm on Monday 26 October 26. . Water levels in West Bay Harbour will be high because of the spring tides. Over the next few days the stormy weather is forecast to increase the water levels by up to 0.28m. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Today the forecast for the high tide is for a peak water level in the harbour of 2.46 mAOD at 6.15 pm, with south westerly Force 6 winds. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:30AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Tidal Fal Estuary
    Active Warning
    Started:11:27 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:27 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday afternoon. Areas particularly at risk include low lying areas in Falmouth, Penryn, Flushing, Mylor Bridge, the A39 at Perranarworthal, Devoran, Calenick, Truro and the A390 at Tresillian. The high tide at Falmouth on Monday 26th October is at 17:00, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.65mAOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.30 and 0.40 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 South Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 3.00m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday morning's high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:South Cornwall Coast from Lands End to Lizard Point
    Active Warning
    Started:11:25 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:25 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides over the next two days may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning. Areas particularly at risk include Mousehole, Newlyn, Penzance, Longrock, Marazion, Praa Sands and Porthleven harbour. The high tide at Newlyn on Monday 26th October is at 16:29, and on Tuesday 27th October at 04:48. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast high tide level is 3.11mAOD on Monday, and is 2.94mAOD on Tuesday. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.30 and 0.40 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 4.0m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head
    Active Warning
    Started:11:20 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:20 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of all high tides on Monday and Tuesday. Areas particularly at risk include low lying areas. The high tide at Plymouth on Monday 26th October is at 17:42, and on Tuesday 27th is at 06:03 times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.81mAOD on Monday, and 2.74mAOD on Tuesday. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.30 and 0.40 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 SW winds and offshore wave heights of over 3.90m are forecast over the high tide. Tuesday afternoon tides will also be affected. Coastal conditions should ease for Wednesday morning high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

  • Flood alert

    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:South Cornwall coast from Lizard Point to Gribbin Head excluding the Tidal Fal Estuary
    Active Warning
    Started:11:07 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:07 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides over the next two days may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning. Areas particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities. The high tide at Falmouth on Monday 26th October is at 17:00, and on Tuesday 27th at 05:20, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.65mAOD on Monday and 2.61mAOD on Tuesday. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.30 and 0.40 metres above tide table level. Storm force 6 south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights up to 3.70m are forecast over the high tides. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday afternoons high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Wye Estuary in Gloucestershire
    Active Warning
    Started:11:05 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:11:05 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 19:00 to 20:00 on 26/10/2026. High tides today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible due to a series of high Spring tides over the next few days. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the Wye Estuary from Redbrook to Chepstow. Predicted peaks:- Avonmouth Portbury 7.4m to 7.6m on 26/10 at 19:15, Newport 7.1m to 7.2m on 26/10 at 19:00 and Avonmouth Portbury 7.2m to 7.5m on 27/10 at 07:30, Newport 6.9m to 7.2m on 27/10 at 07:15. Avoid coastal roads and low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11AM on 27 September 2026 or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads and low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Areas affected:South Devon Estuaries
    Active Warning
    Started:10:23 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:10:23 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday afternoon Areas particularly at risk include communities within the Kingsbridge, Dart and Teign estuaries. The high tide at Plymouth on today is at 17:45, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.81mAOD, which is 0.35 metres above tide table level. Strong force 6 south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 3m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday morning's high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:North Devon coast from Hartland Point to Lynmouth
    Active Warning
    Started:10:22 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:10:22 GMT Monday 26 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday afternoon. The high tide at Ilfracombe on Monday evening is at 17:56, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 5.09mAOD, which is 0.4 metres above tide table level. Strong force 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 3m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday morning’s high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water
    Active Warning
    Started:09:21 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:09:21 GMT Monday 26 October

    Further rainfall and strong winds are expected throughout today, with river and lake levels remaining high after the rainfall over the weekend. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near the Upper Derwent from Seathwaite to Derwent Water. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster
    Active Warning
    Started:09:21 GMT Monday 26 October
    Issued:09:21 GMT Monday 26 October

    Further rainfall and strong winds are expected throughout today, with river and lake levels remaining high after the rainfall over the weekend. Locations most affected will be rivers Brathay, Rothay, Winster and other watercourses from Grasmere to Grange-over-Sands including low lying areas around Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge, Windermere, Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Backbarrow, Cark and Cartmel. We continue to closely monitor the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.

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    Flooding possible - Be prepared

    Areas affected:South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren
    Active Warning
    Started:10:17 GMT Sunday 25 October
    Issued:10:17 GMT Sunday 25 October

    High tides, strong winds and large waves tomorrow may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide on Monday morning and Monday evening. The high tide at Exmouth on Monday morning is at 06:24, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.43mAOD, which is 0.4 metres above tide table level. Strong force 6 Southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1m are forecast over the high tide. High tide on Monday evening is at 18:44. Forecast total high tide level is 2.54mAOD, which is 0.42 metres above tide table level. Strong force 6 South Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.5m are forecast. Coastal conditions should ease for Tuesday morning's high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on Tuesday 27 October or as the situation changes.