Flood Alert Info - South Cornwall coast from Lizard Point to Gribbin Head excluding Truro City

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Lizard Point to Gribbin Head including the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, Penryn, Flushing, St Mawes, Portscatho, Portloe, Portholland, Mevagissey and Par.

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Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 13:07

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday evening due to high spring tides and forecast strong winds and waves. High water at Falmouth is at 8:07pm on Sunday evening, times of high water vary along the coast, flooding is possible up to 1 hour either side of high tide. Following some minor flood impacts over Sunday morning’s high tide, tide levels are lower and weather conditions are expected to ease by Sunday evening’s high tide. However, flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible, and a flood alert remains in force. Conditions will ease for Monday morning’s high tide. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Monday morning or if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; Forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.52m AOD.  Expect tide levels to be 0.1 to 0.2m above tide table level, with force 6 south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 2.9m.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 12:16

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday evening due to high spring tides and forecast strong winds and waves. High water at Falmouth is at 8:07pm on Sunday evening, times of high water vary along the coast, flooding is possible up to 1 hour either side of high tide. Following some minor flood impacts over Sunday morning’s high tide, tide levels are lower and weather conditions are expected to ease by Sunday evening’s high tide. However, flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible, and a flood alert remains in force. Conditions will ease for Monday morning’s high tide. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Monday morning or if the situation changes. Falmouth forecast tidal information for Sunday evening: tide level 2.37m AOD, 0.15m above tide table level. Force 6 south-westerly winds, offshore wave heights up to 2.9m.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 12:23

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on Saturday evening and Sunday morning due to high spring tides and forecast strong winds and waves on Sunday. High water at Falmouth is at 7:25pm on Saturday evening and 7:41am on Sunday morning, times of high water vary along the coast, flooding is possible up to 1 hour either side of high tide. Flooding to low lying coastal land and roads is possible on Saturday evening. On Sunday Morning exposed coastal communities are more at risk due to forecast wind and wave conditions, flood warnings may be issued. Conditions will ease for Sunday evening’s tide, however minor flooding is still possible. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Sunday morning or if the situation changes. Falmouth Forecast tidal information: Saturday: tide level 2.74m AOD, 0.10m above tide table level. Force 4 southerly winds, offshore wave heights up to 1.5m. Sunday: tide level 2.75m AOD, 0.35m above tide table level. Force 7 southerly winds, offshore wave heights up to 2.5m.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 11:54

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday evening. High water at Falmouth is at 6:44pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Spring tides peak on Friday evening and are forecast to cause flooding between 5:44pm and 7:44pm. A flood warning is also in force. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. Tide levels are lower for Saturday’s high tides, however, flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible and a flood alert remains in force. Unsettled weather conditions are expected to cause further flooding over Sunday morning’s high tide; flood warnings will be issued where required. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Saturday morning or if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.92m AOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.1 and 0.2m above tide table level. Force 5 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 2m are forecast over the high tide.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 11:16

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday evening. High water at Falmouth is at 6:00pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Spring tides are forecast to cause flooding between 5:00pm and 7:00pm. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. Coastal conditions should ease for Friday morning's high tide; however, spring tides and unsettled weather conditions are expected to cause further flooding over the weekend, particularly over the high tides on Friday evening and Sunday morning, flood warnings will be issued where required. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Friday morning or if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.82m AOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.1 and 0.2m above tide table level. Moderate force 4 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.5m are forecast over the high tide.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 12:49

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday evening. High water at Falmouth is at 5:15 pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Spring tides are forecast to cause flooding between 4:15pm and 6:15pm. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. Coastal conditions should ease for Thursday morning's high tide; however, spring tides and unsettled weather conditions are expected to cause further flooding from Thursday evening's high tide, additional flood alerts and warnings will be issued. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 11am on Thursday, or sooner if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.76m AOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.2 and 0.3 metres above tide table level. Moderate Force 4 south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 0.8m are forecast over the high tide.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 12:40

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Saturday 21st of September. High water at Falmouth on Saturday evening is at 20:31, times of high water will vary along the coast. Sea conditions are expected to be calm due to high pressure, however still water conditions may still cause flooding to low lying roads and quaysides. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities including Cadgwith, Porthallow, the tidal Helford Estuary, Swanpool, St.Mawes, East Portholland, Gorran Haven, Portmellon, Mevagissey, Pentewan and Par. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Saturday 21st of September is 2.64 mAOD. Expect tide levels along to coast to be up to 0.12 metres above tide table level.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 12:39

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Friday 20th September. High water at Falmouth on Friday evening is at 19:45, times of high water will vary along the coast. Sea conditions are expected to be calm due to high pressure, however still water conditions may still cause flooding to low lying roads and quaysides. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities including Cadgwith, Porthallow, the tidal Helford Estuary, Swanpool, St.Mawes, East Portholland, Gorran Haven, Portmellon, Mevagissey, Pentewan and Par. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Friday 20th September is 2.80 mAOD. Expect tide levels along to coast to be up to 0.05 metres above tide table level.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 13:58

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Thursday 19th and Friday 20th September. High water at Falmouth on Thursday evening is at 19:08, times of high water will vary along the coast. These are the biggest tides of the year, peaking on Thursday evening. Sea conditions are expected to be calm due to high pressure, however still water conditions may still cause flooding to low lying roads and quaysides. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities including Cadgwith, Porthallow, the tidal Helford Estuary, Swanpool, St.Mawes, East Portholland, Gorran Haven, Portmellon, Mevagissey, Pentewan and Par. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Thursday 19th September is 2.85 mAOD. Expect tide levels along to coast to be up to 0.03 metres above tide table level.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2024 14:17

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th September. High water at Falmouth on Wednesday evening is at 17:25, times of high water will vary along the coast. These are the biggest tides of the year, peaking on Thursday evening. Sea conditions are expected to be calm due to high pressure, however still water conditions may still cause flooding to low lying roads and quaysides. Locations particularly at risk include low lying coastal communities including Cadgwith, Porthallow, the tidal Helford Estuary, Swanpool, St.Mawes, East Portholland, Gorran Haven, Portmellon, Mevagissey, Pentewan and Par. Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Wednesday 18th September is 2.70 mAOD. Expect tide levels along to coast to be up to 0.02 metres above tide table level.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 12:52

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Thursday 22 August. High water at Falmouth is at 8.12pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.7m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal river Helford and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Do not walk or drive through flood water.   Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information by 12pm on Friday 23 August, or earlier if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.65m AOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be around 0.11m - 0.13m above the tide table level.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 11:31

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Wednesday the 10th April. High water at Falmouth is at 19:31 on Wednesday. However, conditions may apply two hours either side of the high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. On Wednesday, force 5 south-westerly winds and wave heights of up to 3m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include Portmellon, Mevagissey, and Portholland alongside other exposed locations. Expect tides to be up to higher than predicted due to weather conditions. Coastal conditions should ease for Thursday morning's high tide. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update by midday on Thursday 11th April. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the astronomical tide level is 2.50 mAOD but expect levels to be up to 200mm higher than published.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 11:17

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning and evening high tides on Wednesday the 10th April. High water at Falmouth is 07:15 and 19:31 on Wednesday. However, conditions may apply two hours either side of the high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. On Wednesday, force 6 south to south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 3m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include Portmellon, Mevagissey, and Portholland alongside other exposed locations. Expect tides to be up to 190mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. Coastal conditions should ease for Thursday morning's high tide. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update by midday on Wednesday 10th April. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Wednesday morning is 2.87 mAOD, 0.10m above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Wednesday evening is 2.69 mAOD, 0.19m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 11:38

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Monday 8th April and the morning tide on Tuesday 9th April. High water at Falmouth is at 18:10 on Monday and 06:33 on Tuesday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. On Monday evening, force 7 southerly winds, rapidly switching to northerly, with wave heights of up to 5m are forecast to cause overtopping of sea defences and spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include Portmellon, Mevagissey, and Portholland. Expect tides to be around 550mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. On Tuesday morning, force 8 north westerly winds with waves up to 5m will coincide with peak tide levels. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update by 11am on Tuesday 9th April. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Monday evening 8th April is 2.98 mAOD, 0.55m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 14:42

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over both high tides on Monday the 8th April, and over the Tuesday the 9th morning tide. High water at Falmouth is at 05:49 and 18:10 on Monday, and 06:33 on Tuesday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. On Monday, force 6 south to south easterly winds and wave heights of up to 4m are forecast to cause overtopping of sea defences and spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include Portmellon, Mevagissey, and Portholland. Expect tides to be around 520mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. On Tuesday, force 8 north westerly winds with waves up to 5m will coincide with peak tide levels. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update by 11am on Monday 8th April. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth on Monday afternoon 8th April is 2.95 mAOD, 0.52m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2024 12:19

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday morning. High water at Falmouth is at 05:00am on the 7th April, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 8 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 6m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include Portmellon, Mevagissey, and Portholland, alongside other exposed locations. Expect tides to be around 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Adverse weather is predicted into Monday and Tuesday which coincides with peak tide levels. This will result in additional flood alerts that will be issued for successive tides. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Falmouth is 2.67 mAOD, this is 0.39 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Mar 2024 12:25

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Thursday 28th March. High water at Falmouth is at 6:39am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 6 southerly winds and wave heights of over 5.8m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be around 700mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 2.86 mAOD, this is 0.7 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 11:00

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Wednesday 13th March. High water at Truro is at 07:25 on Wednesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate south-westerly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be up to 150mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.   Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Wednesday morning is 2.89m AOD, this is 0.15m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 11:09

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Tuesday 12th March. High water at Truro is at 06:43 on Tuesday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate south-westerly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be up to 100mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.   Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Tuesday morning is 2.91 AOD, this is 0.09m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 11:31

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tides on Monday 11th March and Tuesday 12th March. High water at Truro is at 06:00 on Monday and 06:43 on Tuesday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate northerly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be up to 150mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.   Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Monday morning is 2.88m AOD, this is 0.12m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2024 11:47

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the afternoon high tide on Saturday 9th, and morning high tides on Sunday 10th , Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th March. High water at Truro is at 17:00 on Saturday and 05:15 on Sunday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate east-southeasterly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be up to 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Saturday afternoon is 2.57m AOD, this is 0.37m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2024 11:44

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on Saturday 9th March, and the morning high tides on Sunday 10th, Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th March. High water at Truro is at 04:27 and 17:00 on Saturday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate easterly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be up to 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.   Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Saturday morning is 2.63m AOD, this is 0.36m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 12:31

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Wednesday 14th February.  High water at Newlyn is at 07:44 on Wednesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  A significant high spring tide is expected due to low pressure, and will be accompanied by Force 5 south-westerly winds and wave heights up to 2.8m on Wednesday morning. This could result in significant overtopping of low-lying land and quaysides within 1-2 hours either side of high tide.   Observed tide levels over the previous days have been higher than forecast. Expect tides to be around 270mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Wednesday morning is 2.96m AOD, this is 0.27 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 11:32

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on the morning of Tuesday 13th February.  High water at Newlyn is at 07:02 on Tuesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  A significant high spring tide is expected due to low pressure, and will be accompanied by Force 6 southerly winds and wave heights up to 2.4m on Tuesday morning. The tide height is expected to be similar to Monday mornings tide and could result in significant overtopping of low-lying land and quaysides within 1-2 hours either side of high tide.   Expect tides to be around 280mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Tuesday morning is 3.18m AOD, this is 0.28 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 11:38

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on the morning of Monday 12th February, and Tuesday 13th February.  High water at Newlyn is at 06:19 on Monday morning and at 07:02 on Tuesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  A significant high spring tide is expected due to low pressure, and will be accompanied by Force 5 north-westerly winds and wave heights up to 1.9m on Monday morning. This is expected to be the highest tide of this series and could result in significant overtopping of low-lying land and quaysides within 1-2 hours either side of high tide. Expect tides to be around 0.25 m higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Monday morning is 3.21m AOD, this is 0.25 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 11:54

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on the morning of Sunday 11th February, Monday 12th February, and Tuesday 13th February.  High water at Newlyn is at 05:34 on Sunday morning and at 06:19 on Monday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  A significant tidal surge is expected due to low pressure, and will be accompanied by Force 6 north-westerly winds and wave heights up to 4.2m on Sunday morning. This could result in overtopping of low-lying land and quaysides within 1-2 hours either side of high tide. Expect tides to be around 0.15 m higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Sunday morning is 3.03m AOD, this is 0.15 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 13:07

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on the morning of Saturday 10th February, Sunday 11th February, Monday 12th February, and Tuesday 13th February.  High water at Newlyn is at 04:49 on Saturday morning and at 05:34 on Sunday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate southerly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas.  Expect tides to be around 0.5 m higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates.  Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Saturday morning is 3.19m AOD, this is 0.53 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 15:46

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on the morning of Friday 9th February, Saturday 10th February, Sunday 11th February, Monday 12th February, and Tuesday 13th February. High water at Newlyn is at 04:02 on Friday morning and at 04:49 on Saturday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides coinciding with low pressure and moderate southerly winds could cause flooding to quay sides and low-lying coastal areas. Expect tides to be around 0.5 m higher than predicted due to weather conditions. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue daily updates. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn on Friday morning is 3.02 mAOD, this is 0.69 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2023 05:27

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2023 07:58

South Cornwall Coast

Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 16:42

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday evening. High water at Truro is at 7.00pm, flooding is possible one hour either side of high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Very high spring tides and accompanying force 6 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m could cause wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Flooding of low-lying land in more sheltered locations could also occur from the high water level. The communities most at risk include Gweek, Flushing, Tresillian and Mylor. People are advised to take care near the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this information by midday on Sunday. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 3.13 mAOD, this is 0.09 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 06:58

South Cornwall Coast

Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2023 18:27

South Cornwall Coast

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2023 14:57

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on the morning of Wednesday 22nd February. High water at Truro is at 06:52am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Winds of up to Force 6 from the Northwest with wave heights over 2 metres are forecast. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be around 100mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 3.05 mAOD, this is 0.09 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 11:01

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday morning 07 January. High water at Truro is at 05.27am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 8 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of between 4 and 5m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas along the tidal rivers Helford and Fal, including the A39 at Perranarworthal, and exposed coastal locations including Portmellon seafront, Mevagissey Harbour area, and Portholland. Expect tides to be around 530mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Truro is 2.73 mAOD, this is 0.53 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2022 16:39

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Friday 28th October. High water at Truro on Friday morning is at 7:51am. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 5 Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 4m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Expect tides to be up to 450mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 12:41

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. High water at Falmouth is at 5.08pm Tuesday and 6.18am Wednesday, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 6 south and south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 3m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Expect tides to be up to 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 12:22

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday morning 18th February 2022. High water at Truro is at 06:27 am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong gale force 9 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 9m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas including Falmouth, Penryn, Flushing, Portmellon and Mevagissey. Expect tides to be around 460mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Further Flood Warnings may be issued to cover this period. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 2.93 mAOD, this is 0.46 metres above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 10:39

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Tuesday 7th December. High water at Truro is at 19:41. Times of high water will vary along the coast.  Strong Force 7 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 5m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particular at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian.  Expect tides to be around 350mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.  With strong winds and large waves, sea front areas will be dangerous. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.  This message will be updated on the morning of Wednesday 8th December.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2021 16:48

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over both of the high tides on Tuesday 7th December. High water at Truro is at 7:10 and 19:41. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong Force 7 southerly winds increasing to Force 9 and veering westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 9m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particular at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian. Expect tides to be around 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. With strong wind and large waves seafront areas will be dangerous. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 12:08

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Wednesday 20 October. High water at Truro is at 18:16 on Wednesday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Unsettled weather and large waves combined with spring tides may cause flooding and wave over-topping of low-lying coastal areas exposed to southerly storms. Communities particularly at risk include Mevagissey, Portmellon, Maenporth and low-lying properties in the areas of the Helford Estuary and Penryn River.  Tides are expected to be around 0.3m higher than predicted on tide timetables and wave heights, up to 1.9m due to weather conditions. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. We are closing locks and flood gates in the area. We will continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by Thursday morning or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 11:25

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible this evening and for tomorrow’s high spring tides. High water at Truro is at 6.57pm tonight (Thursday 07 October). High tides for tomorrow (Friday 08 October), are at 7.20am and 7.38pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 4 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast, and may cause minor wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 2.88 mAOD, this is 0.03 metres below astronomical tide level. From Saturday onwards the tide levels begin to decrease. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 12:05

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Monday 29th March. Offshore wave heights of approximately 1.7 metres are forecast, together with Force 5 south westerly winds. Spray and overtopping may impact on coastal structures as well as wave run-up at slipways and beaches. It may cause minor flooding of quaysides and low-lying land and roads. Be prepared to take action with individual property protection measures. High water at Truro is at 06:45 on Monday; times of high water will vary along the coast. Peak tide level may be up to 100mm lower than published. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations which may be affected include Flushing, Penryn, St.Mawes, Calenick, Mevagissey and Port Mellon. People are advised to take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2021 10:59

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Monday 1st March. Due to a combination of spring tides and Force 5-6 easterly winds, flooding is possible in Mevagissey, Portmellon, Maenporth and low lying properties in the areas of the Helford Estuary and the Penryn River. The tide height is only marginally over the criteria. The time of high tide at Truro is 6:45AM on Monday. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. We will continue to monitor the situation and update the message on Monday morning.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2021 10:40

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Sunday 14/2/21. High water at Truro is at 19:25 on Sunday. Times of high water will vary along the coast.   Near gale force south westerly winds combined with 5m high waves and high tide levels may cause flooding and wave overtopping of low lying coastal areas exposed to southerly storms.  Communities particularly at risk include Mevagissey, Portmellon, Maenporth and low lying property in the areas of the Helford Estuary and Penryn River.  Expect tides to be around 170mm higher than predicted on tide timetables due to weather conditions.  From Monday morning onwards the tide levels begin to decrease and conditions are easing.  Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update on Monday morning.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2021 11:06

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide on Sunday 14/2/21. High water at Truro is at 7:04AM on Sunday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Near gale force southerly winds combined with 4m high waves and spring tides may cause flooding and wave overtopping of low lying coastal areas exposed to southerly storms. Communities particularly at risk include Mevagissey, Portmellon, Maenporth and low lying property in the areas of the Helford Estuary and Penryn River.  Expect tides to be around 170mm higher than predicted on tide timetables due to weather conditions. From Sunday evening onwards the tide levels begin to decrease. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update on Sunday morning.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2021 12:41

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tides on Saturday 13/2/21 and Sunday 14/2/21. High water at Truro is at 6:27AM on Saturday and 7:04AM on Sunday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Near gale force south easterly winds combined with 4m high waves and spring tides may cause flooding and wave overtopping of low lying coastal areas exposed to south easterly storms. Communities particularly at risk include Mevagissey, Portmellon, Maenporth and low lying property in the areas of the Helford Estuary and Penryn River. Expect tides to be around 170mm higher than predicted on tide timetables due to weather conditions. The evening high tides on Friday and Saturday are lower, therefore we are not expecting flooding impacts from these tides. From Sunday evening onwards the tide levels begin to decrease. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update on Saturday morning.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2021 11:31

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the three morning high tides from Friday 12/2/21 to Sunday 14/2/21. High water at Truro is at 5:48AM on Friday, 6:27AM on Saturday and 7:04AM on Sunday. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Near gale force south easterly winds combined with 4m high waves and spring tides may cause flooding and wave overtopping of low lying coastal areas exposed to south easterly storms. Communities particularly at risk include Mevagissey, Port Mellon, Maenporth and low lying property in the areas of the Helford Estuary and Penryn River. Expect tides to be around 200mm higher than predicted on tide timetables due to weather conditions. The evening high tides between Friday and Sunday are lower, therefore we are not expecting flooding impacts from these tides. From Monday onwards the tide levels begin to decrease. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue an update on Friday morning.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 11:56

South Cornwall Coast

This is an update to the Flood Alert for Monday 01 February. Flooding is possible on the morning of Tuesday 02 February. Flood Alert thresholds will be exceeded during the high tide on Tuesday at 08:10. Times of high water are taken from Falmouth and will vary along the coast. Force 5 south-westerly winds increasing to Force 7 later in the morning will combine with spring tides and large powerful waves in excess of 4 metres. This may cause localised wave over-topping of defences and spray in exposed coastal areas. Peak water levels may be up to 250mm higher than published tides. Locations at risk include Portmellon and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Tuesday 02 February or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 16:53

South Cornwall Coast

This is an update to the Flood Alert for Sunday 31st January. Flooding is possible over the next two days, Monday 1st February and Tuesday 2nd February. Flood Alert thresholds will be exceeded during the morning tides on Monday at 07:27 and Tuesday at 08:10. Times of high water are taken from Falmouth and will vary along the coast. High spring tides will combine with large offshore waves in excess of 2 metres, with Force 3-4 east-north-easterly winds on Monday changing and increasing to Force 6 south-westerly winds on Tuesday. This may cause localised wave over-topping of defences and quaysides and spray in exposed coastal areas. Peak water levels may be up to 400mm higher than published tides. Locations at risk include Portmellon and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Monday 1st February or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 17:02

South Cornwall Coast

This Flood Alert has been updated for Saturday 30 January. Flooding is possible over the next three days from Sunday 31 January through to Tuesday 2nd February. Flood Alert thresholds will be exceeded during the morning tides on Sunday at 06:48, Monday at 07:27 and Tuesday at 08:10. Times of high water are taken from Falmouth and will vary along the coast. High spring tides will combine with large offshore waves in excess of 2 metres, together with Force 6 to occasionally Force 7 easterly winds. This may cause localised wave over-topping of defences and quaysides and spray in exposed coastal areas. Surge levels have increased from the previous forecast. Peak water levels may now be up to 400mm higher than published tides. Locations at risk include Portmellon and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Sunday 31 January or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 13:47

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the next four days from Saturday 30 January through to Tuesday 2nd February. Flood alert thresholds will primarily be exceeded during the morning tides. Times of high tide at Falmouth for each successive morning tide are 06:09, 06:48, 07:27 and 08:10. Times of high water will vary along the coast. High spring tides will combine with large offshore waves in excess of 2 metres, together with Force 6 to occasionally Force 7 easterly winds. This may cause localised wave overtopping of defences and quaysides and spray in exposed coastal areas. Peak water levels may be up to 300mm higher than published tides. Locations at risk include Portmellon and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Saturday 30 January or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 12:15

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide tomorrow morning, Wednesday 16th December. Force 8 southerly winds and up to 5m offshore waves are forecast to coincide with high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and flooding of low-lying land in certain coastal locations including Penryn, Flushing, St Mawes and Mevagissey. High water at Falmouth is at 06:05 am, times will vary along the coast and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Peak tide levels could be up to 480mm higher than published. A flood warning will be issued for this tide. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 12:27

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from today, Monday 14th December to Friday morning, 18th December. Force 7 to 8 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights up to 6m are forecast to coincide with high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and minor flooding of quayside and low-lying land in certain locations including Penryn, Flushing, St Mawes and Mevagissey. High tide times at Falmouth are: Monday 16:57, Tuesday 05:18 & 17:45, Wednesday 06:05 & 18:32, Thursday 06:51 & 19:18 and Friday 07:36. Times will vary along the coast and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Peak tide levels could be up to 600mm higher than published and flood warnings may be issued during this period. Tides peak on Wednesday morning. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 11:25

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from this afternoon, Sunday 13th December to Wednesday morning, 16th December. Force 6 to 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights up to 6m are forecast to coincide with high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and minor flooding of quayside and low-lying land in certain locations including Penryn, Flushing, St Mawes and Mevagissey. High tide times at Falmouth are: Sunday 16:05, Monday 04:28 & 16:57, Tuesday 05:18 & 17:45 and Wednesday 06:05. Times will vary along the coast and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Peak tide levels could be up to 600mm higher than published and flood warnings may be issued during this period. Tides peak on Wednesday morning. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2020 15:05

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from tomorrow afternoon, Sunday 13th December to Wednesday morning, 16th December. Force 6 to 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights up to 5m are forecast to coincide with high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and minor flooding of quayside and low-lying land in certain locations including Penryn, Flushing, St Mawes and Mevagissey. High tide times at Falmouth are: Sunday 16:05, Monday 04:28 & 16:57, Tuesday 05:18 & 17:45 and Wednesday 06:05. Times will vary along the coast and flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Peak tide levels could be up to 600mm higher than published and flood warnings may be issued during this period. Tides peak on Wednesday morning. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 13:38

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tide Wednesday 18/11/20. Force 6 SSW winds and offshore wave heights of up to 3m are forecast to coincide with high tides. This may cause spray, wave over-topping and minor flooding on low-lying land in certain coastal locations. Be prepared to take action with individual property protection measures. High water at Falmouth is at 07:00. This time varies for other locations along the coast. Peak tide levels may be 160mm higher than published. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations which may be affected include St Mawes and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. After high water tomorrow morning, tide levels will fall. However, weather will remain unsettled with large waves and strong winds expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated on Wednesday or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 11:50

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from this evening, Monday 16th November to Wednesday morning 18th November. Force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights exceeding 3.5m are forecast to coincide with high spring tides tonight and tomorrow. This may cause spray, wave overtopping and minor flooding of quaysides and low-lying land in certain coastal locations. High tides at Falmouth are Monday 17:57, Tuesday 06:16 and 18:42 and Wednesday 07:00. These times vary for other locations along the coast. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations which may be affected include St Mawes, Portmellon and Mevagissey. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. High tide levels are falling over the next few days. However, weather will remain unsettled with large waves and strong winds expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 12:05

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over this afternoon’s high tide on Sunday 15th November. Force 8 West North Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 6.5m are forecast to coincide with the high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and minor flooding on low-lying land in certain coastal locations Be prepared to take action with individual property protection measures. High water at Falmouth is at 17:12. This time varies for other locations along the coast. Peak tide levels may be 200mm higher than published. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide Locations which may be affected include St Mawes and Mevagissey People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care on the coast. Following this evening’s high water, tide levels will drop over the next few days. However, weather will remain unsettled with large waves and strong winds expected. We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated on Monday morning

Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2020 14:50

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from early tomorrow morning, Saturday 14 Nov to Sunday’s afternoon tide 15 Nov Force 6 to 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights exceeding 4m are forecast to coincide with high spring tides. This may cause spray and wave overtopping, and minor flooding of quayside and low-lying land in certain locations Saturday’s high tides at Falmouth are 04:00 and 16:25, and Sunday at 04:47 and 17:12. These times vary for other locations along the coast. Peak tide levels may be 350mm higher than published. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide Locations which may be affected include St Mawes and Mevagissey People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. During Sunday, Force 8 south westerly winds and 7m offshore waves are forecast. Tides peak on Sunday evening. Flood warnings may be issued. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2020 14:21

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Tuesday evening 20th October. High spring tides may cause flooding of quaysides and low-lying land in some coastal locations. With increased wave heights and wind speeds, peak tide levels may be higher than published. Force 5 southerly winds are forecast, with spray and wave overtopping in exposed locations possible. High tide at Falmouth on Tuesday is 20:45. Tide times vary along the coast. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations affected may include Mevagissey, Portmellon and Gorran Haven. People are advised to take care at the coast. We will monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 10:24

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from Monday evening 19/10/20 to Tuesday evening 20/10/20. High spring tides may cause flooding of quaysides and low-lying land in some coastal locations. During Monday, unsettled weather will increase wave heights and wind speeds. Peak tide levels may be higher than published. Southerly winds are increasing to Force 6 on Monday and may increase to Force 8 on Tuesday. Offshore wave heights are expected to peak during Tuesday. Spray and wave overtopping in exposed locations is possible. High tide at Falmouth on Monday is 20:00 and on Tuesday at 08:17 and 20:45. Tide times vary along the coast. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations affected may include Mevagissey, Portmellon and Gorran Haven. People are advised to take care at the coast. We will monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 16:51

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from Sunday evening 18/10/20 to Tuesday morning 20/10/20. High spring tides may cause minor flooding of quaysides and low-lying land in some coastal locations. From Monday, unsettled weather will increase wave heights and wind speeds. Peak tide levels may be 350mm higher than published. South-easterly winds increasing to Force 6 on Monday may veer south-westerly and increase to Force 8 during Tuesday. Offshore wave heights of up to 6m are expected to peak on Tuesday morning. Spray and wave overtopping in exposed locations is possible. High tide at Falmouth on Sunday is 19:16, on Monday is 07:34 and 20:00 and on Tuesday at 08:17. Tide times vary along the coast. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Locations affected may include Mevagissey, Portmellon and Gorran Haven. People are advised to take care at the coast. We will monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2020 11:25

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible for this evenings high tide on Saturday 19th September.  High water at Falmouth is at 19:37. Times of high water vary along the coast. High spring tides will peak this evening. High tide levels, along with force 4 north north easterly and associated south coast easterly waves are forecast. This could result in minor overtopping and spray along the coast. Flooding may affect tidal Helford and Fal, Falmouth, Flushing, Mylor, St Mawes, Ruan Lanihorne, Portscatho, Mevagissey and Par. Install flood protection products, such as flood barriers and air brick covers.  People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will monitor the situation and update this message if situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Sep 2020 12:27

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible for all high tides from the evening of Thursday 17th to the evening of Saturday 19th September. High water at Falmouth on Thursday is 18:11, Friday at 06:36 and 18:54 and Saturday at 07:16 and 19:37. Times of high water vary along the coast. Tides are rising to spring tides, peaking on Saturday. High tide levels, along with force 5 to 6 east north easterly winds and associated south coast easterly waves are forecast. This could result in minor overtopping and spray along the coast. Flooding may affect tidal Helford and Fal, Falmouth, Flushing, Mylor, St Mawes, Ruan Lanihorne, Portscatho, Mevagissey and Par. Install flood protection products, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will monitor the situation and update this message tomorrow morning or if situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 11:13

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday evening, 21st August. High spring tides, strong winds and large waves may cause flooding to low lying coastal areas. High water at Falmouth on Friday is at 19:56. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 6 south westerly winds and large waves could result in wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations. High numbers of visitors in locations that may flood brings an increased risk. People are advised to avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 13:35

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from the evening of Thursday 20th to Friday 21st August. High spring tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding, particularly over the high tide on Thursday evening. High water at Falmouth on Thursday is at 19:13 and Friday at 07:37 and 19:56. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Storm Ellen is forecast to bring force 6 to 7 south to south westerly winds and large waves which is expected to cause tides to be higher than predicted along the coast and could result in wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations. High numbers of visitors in locations that may flood brings an increased risk. People are advised to avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Aug 2020 16:40

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over high tides from Wednesday 19th to Friday 21st August. High spring tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding particularly over the high tide on Thursday evening. High water at Falmouth on Wednesday is 18:30, Thursday at 06:56 and 19:13 and Friday at 07:37 and 19:56. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are rising towards spring tides peaking on Friday 21st August. Storm Ellen is forecast to bring force 5 to 8 south westerly winds and large waves which is expected to cause tides to be higher than predicted along the coast and could result in wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations. High numbers of visitors in locations that may flood brings an increased risk. People are advised to avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will continue to monitor the situation and update by 1pm on Thursday or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Aug 2020 11:06

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible for all high tides from Wednesday 19th August to Friday 21st August. High water at Falmouth on Wednesday is at 18:30, Thursday at 06:56 and 19:13 and Friday at 07:37 and 19:56. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Friday 21st August. High tide levels, along with force 5 to 8 south westerly winds and large waves are forecast. These could result in wave over topping and sea spray along the coast including sea front car parks. Expect tides to be higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 11:03

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides on Wednesday evening 11th March and Thursday morning 12th March. High water at Falmouth on Wednesday evening is at 18:46 and Thursday morning at 07:08. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Conditions may apply two hours either side of the high tide. High tidal levels and force 6 to 7 west southwest winds and offshore wave heights of 3m are forecast. This could result in wave overtopping and sea spray along the coast including sea front car parks. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care. Flood warnings will also be in force for the high tide on Thursday morning. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this flood alert information on Thursday morning, or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 12:52

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning high tides of Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th March. High water at Falmouth on Weds is 06:25 and Thurs is 07:08. High water times will vary along the coast. Conditions apply two hours either side of the high tide. Tide levels are rising towards spring tides which peak on Weds 11th. Force 6–7 westerly to south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast for the high tides. Current forecast conditions include strong winds and large waves. These could result in wave overtopping and sea spray along the coast including sea front car parks. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care. Locations particularly at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will monitor the situation and update this flood alert information on Wednesday, or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 12:41

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday morning 13th February. High water at Truro on Thursday morning is 08:14. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Water levels are forecast to be higher than during the recent high tides associated with Storm Ciara, therefore increased flood impacts are likely. Flood warnings will be in force for areas most at risk, where we expect property flooding. Force 7 to 9 west south westerly winds and large waves are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this flood alert information on Thursday morning, or if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 12:27

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the morning tide on Wednesday the 12th of February. High water at Falmouth on Wednesday morning is at 07:25. The sea remains rough following the passage of Storm Ciara resulting in wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Times of high water will vary along the coast. A further low pressure is forecast to cross the area from Wednesday evening. This is anticipated to bring a further surge in sea levels and large waves. As a result, it is likely that additional flood alerts or flood warnings will be issued for the high tide on Thursday morning, the 13th of February. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 10:39

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the evening tide on Monday the 10th of February and the morning tide on Tuesday the 11th of February. High water at Falmouth on Monday evening is at 18:21 and on Tuesday morning at 06:40. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday the 12th of February. High tide levels, along with strong winds generating large waves and some surge may be enough to cause some localised coastal flooding. The current forecast conditions, associated with storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 10:42

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible for all high tides on Sunday the 9th of February and Monday the 10th of February. High water at Falmouth on Sunday is at 05:09 and 17:38 and Monday at 05:55 and 18:21. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday the 12th of February. High tide levels, along with strong winds generating large waves and some surge may be enough to cause some localised coastal flooding. The current forecast conditions, associated with storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2020 15:51

South Cornwall Coast

Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 13:47

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over Tuesday evening’s and Wednesday morning’s high tide. High water at Falmouth on Tuesday 14th January is at 20:00 and on Wednesday 15th is at 08:24, times of high water will vary along the coast The forecast is for force 5, south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 5 to 6m. Expect wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Tides will be around 560mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We are operating defences and will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 12:48

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over all high tides from Monday evening through to, and including Wednesday mornings high tide. High water at Falmouth on Monday 13th January is at 19:13, Tuesday 14th January at 07:34 and 20:00 and Wednesday 15th at 08:24, times of high water will vary along the coast The weather forecast over the next few days is for stormy conditions during a time of spring tides. Expect wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Please be extra vigilant during Tuesday evening’s high tide. The forecast is for strong, force 7, south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 7m. Expect tides to be around 400mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We are operating defences and will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 12:23

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide from Monday morning through to, and including Wednesday mornings high tide. High water at Falmouth on Monday 13th January is at 06:47 and 19:13, Tuesday 14th January at 07:34 and 20:00 and Wednesday 15th at 08:24, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 5/6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of between 3-6m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations particular at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian. Expect tides to be around 450mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions during Monday evening’s high tide. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required

Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 11:33

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides this evening, Thursday 26th December, and tomorrow morning. High water at Falmouth is at 17:29 this evening and at 05:48 tomorrow morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Offshore wave heights of over 4m and Force 6 west-southwesterly winds are forecast and may cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray at exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it: the forecast high tide level at Newlyn this evening is 2.53m AOD, this is 0.21m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 11:26

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Boxing Day morning. High water at Falmouth on Thursday morning is at 5.06am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong winds and large waves are forecast which may cause some wave overtopping and sea spray at exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it: the forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 2.73m AOD, this is 0.28m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 14:50

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday morning. High water at Falmouth is at 6.46am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Offshore wave heights of over 6.0m and Force 6 west-southwesterly winds are forecast and may cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray at exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. Detailed tidal information for those who use it: the forecast high tide level at Newlyn is 2.81m AOD, this is 0.32m above astronomical tide level.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 10:53

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides this afternoon, Wednesday 27th November and tomorrow morning Thursday 28th November. Times of high water at Falmouth are, Wednesday afternoon 5:44pm and Thursday morning 6:02am Times will vary along the coast. Tides have now peaked although will remain high over the coming days. This combined with moderate waves, may lead to some localised coastal flooding around the periods of high tides. Locations particularly at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2019 11:22

South Cornwall Coast

Flooding is possible over the high tides, from Monday evening on the 25th of November through to and including Thursday mornings high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday. High tide levels, along with strong winds generating large waves and some surge may be enough to cause some localised coastal flooding. The current forecast conditions, associated with ex-storm Sebastian, could require flood warnings to be issued for Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning’s high tide. Locations particularly at risk include Commercial Road Penryn, Trefusis Road Flushing, the A39 at Perranarworthal and the A390 at Tresillian. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.