Flood Alert Info - North Devon coast from Hartland Point to Lynmouth
Area Description
Coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge estuary.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 15:24
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8.52pm on Sunday evening. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Expect tides to be upto 0.34m higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Force 7 southerly 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 locations.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible on Sunday evening.
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 Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is 5 mAOD, this is 0.34 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 14:24
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 20.15pm on Saturday evening and 08.30am on Sunday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Expect tides to be upto 0.38m higher than predicted due to weather conditions. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible on Saturday evening. On Sunday Morning communities are more at risk due to forecast wind and wave conditions.
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 Ilfracombe on Saturday evening is 5.23 mAOD, this is 0.13 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday morning is 5.21mAOD, this is 0.38 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 15:04
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday evening and Saturday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.25pm on Friday evening and 7.45am on Saturday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Expect tides to be around 220mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
This Flood Alert will remain in force for all high tides up to and including the AM high tide on Sunday 20th October.
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 Ilfracombe on Friday evening is 5.51 mAOD, this is 0.22 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Saturday morning is 5.20 mAOD, this is 0.14 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 11:49
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday evening and Friday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 6.45pm on Thursday and 7.06am on Friday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
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.
This Flood Alert will remain in force for all high tides up to and including the AM high tide on Sunday 20th October.
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 Ilfracombe on Thursday evening is 5.31 mAOD, this is 0.1 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Friday morning is 5.09 mAOD, this is 0.04 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 13:41
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 6.01pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Expect tides to be around 250mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
This Flood Alert will remain in force for all high tides up to and including the AM high tide on Sunday 20th October.
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 Ilfracombe on Wednesday evening is 5.13 mAOD, this is 0.25 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 09:01
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday evening due to high spring tides. High water at Ilfracombe is at 9:15pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Flooding is expected over the high tide on Saturday evening.
We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary.
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.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local news reports.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.00 mAOD, this is 0.08 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 09:11
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday evening due to high spring tides. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8:30pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Flooding is expected over the high tide on Friday evening.
We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary.
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.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local news reports.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.28 mAOD, this is 0.02 metres below astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 12:25
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday evening due to high spring tides. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.45pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Flooding is expected over the high tides on Thursday evening and Friday morning and evening.
We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary.
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.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local news reports.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.34 mAOD, this is 0.06 metres below astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2024 12:40
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday evening due to high spring tides. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.15pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Flooding is expected over the high tides on Wednesday evening, Thursday evening and Friday morning and evening.
We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary.
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.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local news reports.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.15 mAOD, this is 0.08 metres below astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 11:41
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Friday 23rd August. High water at Ilfracombe on Friday evening is at 21:45 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 210mm 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 Ilfracombe on Friday evening is 5.09 mAOD, this is 0.21 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 13:27
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Thursday 22nd August and Friday 23rd August. High water at Ilfracombe on Thursday evening is at 21:00 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 120mm 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 Ilfracombe on Thursday evening is 5.26 mAOD, this is 0.12 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Friday evening is 5.04 mAOD, this is 0.16 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 13:31
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides from Wednesday 21st August, Thursday 22nd August to Friday 23rd August. High water at Ilfracombe on Wednesday evening is at 20:15 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 130mm 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 Ilfracombe on Wednesday evening is 5.26 mAOD, this is 0.13 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Thursday morning is 5.10 mAOD, this is 0.26 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 14:17
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the evening high tide on Tuesday 9th April and both the high tides of Wednesday 10th April. High water at Ilfracombe on Tuesday evening is at 19:30 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.5m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 90mm 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 Ilfracombe on Tuesday evening is 5.12 mAOD, this is 0.09 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Wednesday morning is 5.34 mAOD, this is 0.13 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 14:11
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Monday 8th April, Tuesday 9th April and Wednesday 10th April. High water at Ilfracombe on Monday evening is at 18:45 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 6 south easterly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 300mm 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 Ilfracombe on Monday evening is 5.16 mAOD, this is 0.32 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Tuesday morning is 5.39 mAOD, this is 0.19 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 12:32
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Monday 8th April, Tuesday 9th April and Wednesday 10th April. High water at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is at 06:30 BST. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 4 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 300mm 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 Ilfracombe on Monday morning is 5.23 mAOD, this is 0.31 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday evening is 5.20 mAOD, this is 0.36 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 14:48
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 20:15 on Wednesday evening and 08:45 on Thursday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 5 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.3 m are forecast on Wednesday evening. Force 5 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.9 m are forecast on Thursday morning. These conditions are likely to cause 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 daily.
Detailed tidal information: The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Wednesday evening is 5.04 mAOD, this is 0.22 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Thursday morning is 5.09 mAOD, this is 0.31 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 14:21
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 19:45 on Tuesday evening and 08:00 on Wednesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.5 m are forecast on Tuesday evening. Force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.6 m are forecast on Wednesday morning.
These conditions are likely to cause 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 daily.
Detailed tidal information: The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Tuesday evening is 5.21 mAOD, this is 0.12 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Wednesday morning is 5.43 mAOD, this is 0.19 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 13:41
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from Monday evening until Wednesday morning.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 19:00 on Monday evening and 07:15 on Tuesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 3 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.0 m are forecast on Monday evening. Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.5 m are forecast on Tuesday morning.
These conditions are likely to cause 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 daily.
Detailed tidal information: The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday evening is 5.14 mAOD, this is 0.03 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Tuesday morning is 5.58 mAOD, this is 0.17 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 13:46
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from Sunday evening until Wednesday evening. The highest water level is expected on Tuesday mornings high tide.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 18:15 on Sunday evening and 06:30 on Monday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 1 south-easterly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.0 m are forecast on Sunday evening. Force 2 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.0 m are forecast on Monday morning.
These conditions are likely to cause 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 daily.
Detailed tidal information: The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is 5.07 mAOD, this is 0.21 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is 5.39 mAOD, this is 0.11 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2024 13:47
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from Sunday morning until Wednesday afternoon.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 05:45 on Sunday morning and 18:15 on Sunday evening. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 3 easterly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.5m are forecast on Sunday morning. Force 2 North Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.2m are forecast on Sunday evening.
These conditions are likely to cause 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 daily. Detailed tidal information: The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday morning is 5.18 mAOD, this is 0.28 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is 5.13 mAOD, this is 0.27 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 13:15
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 09.00am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 280mm 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 Ilfracombe is 5.05 mAOD, this is 0.28 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 12:32
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from the morning of Sunday 11th February, until the morning of Tuesday 13th February. High water at Ilfracombe is at 20:00 on Monday evening and 08:30 on Tuesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 1.6m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 250mm 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 Ilfracombe on Monday evening is 5.12 mAOD, this is 0.25 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is 5.32 mAOD, this is 0.20 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 12:13
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from the morning of Sunday 11th February, until the morning of Tuesday 13th February. High water at Ilfracombe is at 19:15 on Sunday evening and 07:45 on Monday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 2.4m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 190mm 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 Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is 5.04 mAOD, this is 0.19 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is 5.42 mAOD, this is 0.22 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 13:36
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all high tides from the morning of Sunday 11th February, until the morning of Tuesday 13th February.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 06:59 on Sunday morning, 07:42 on Monday morning and 08:25 on Tuesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 6 north westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 130mm 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 Ilfracombe on Sunday morning is 5.17 mAOD, this is 0.13 metres above astronomical tide level.
The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is 5.02 mAOD, this is 0.17 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 12:23
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 06.15am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 5 south easterly winds and offshore wave heights of 1.9m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 480mm 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 Ilfracombe is 5.14 mAOD, this is 0.48 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:13
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the morning tide on Monday 13th November. Strong force 8 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 3.5m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations.
The forecast peak water level at Ilfracombe is 4.86mAOD, 0.73m above published tide levels, due to surge. The time of high water at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is at 05:38 . Times of high tide will vary along the coast. Conditions may apply up to 2 hours either side of high water. We will continue to monitor the tidal forecast and update the situation as required.
Avoid beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2023 05:43
Bristol Channel
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 29 Sep 2023 13:31
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the next 5 high tides, until after the hide tide of Sunday evening 1st of October. High water at Ilfracombe is at 18:56 Friday 29th September, 0718 and 19:38 on Saturday 30th September and 07:57 and 20:18 on Sunday 1st October, times of high water will vary along the coast. The tides will be peak for high tide of Saturday evening.
Strong force 6, southerly winds are forecast to cause 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.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide levels at Ilfracombe are over 5 metres across the next 5 high tides with a peak of 5.32m for the evening high tide of Saturday 30th September mAOD.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2023 17:04
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 5.25pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 7, 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 locations. Expect tides to be around 580mm 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 Ilfracombe is 4.79 mAOD, this is 0.6 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 06:59
Bristol Channel
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 4 Aug 2023 14:18
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible at high spring tides Friday evening 04/08/23 with high water at Ilfracombe 21:07. On Saturday morning 05/08/23, Storm Antoni is forecast to bring strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. High water at Ilfracombe at 09:30. Times of high water will vary along the coast
Force 7 north westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 2.8m are forecast, which could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be up to 0.28m 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. This message will be updated by noon on 05/08/23 or as the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Friday at 21:07 is 5.04 mAOD, this is 0.04 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level on Saturday at 09:30 is 4.85 mAOD, this is 0.28 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Mar 2023 17:30
Bristol Channel
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 21 Feb 2023 14:36
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Tuesday 21st is at 7.15pm and on Wednesday 22nd is at 07.30am, times of high water will vary along the coast. Winds of up to force 5 from the Southwest veering to Northwest and offshore wave heights of up to 1.8m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed areas. 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 Ilfracombe on Tuesday evening is 5.0 mAOD, this is 0.10 metres above astronomical tide level, and on Wednesday morning is 5.29 mAOD, this is 0.04 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2023 14:03
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides from Tuesday morning (21st February) until Thursday morning (23rd). High water Tuesday morning in Ilfracombe is at 06:45, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Up to force 3 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 1.1m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations on Tuesday morning. Expect tides to be around 10cm 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 Tuesday afternoon.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.21 mAOD, this is 0.9 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 13:09
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 18:00. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 4.3m are forecast. Expect tides to be around 500mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. These conditions are forecast to cause 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. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.07 mAOD, this is 0.5 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 16:13
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides from Wednesday evening until Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe on Wednesday is at 5:15pm and on Thursday is at 05:45am, times of high water will vary along the coast. On Wednesday afternoon Strong force 6 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 5.4m are forecast. On Thursday morning strong force 6 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 5.7m are forecast. Expect tides to be around 410mm and 230mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. These conditions are forecast to cause 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. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 4.81 and 4.75 mAOD, this is 0.41 and 0.23 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 11:12
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides from Wednesday morning until Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe on Wednesday is at 05:00am and 5:15pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
During Wednesday morning Strong force 7 south easterly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 2m. On Wednesday afternoon Strong force 7 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 5m. Expect tides to be around 600mm and 450mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions.
These conditions are forecast to cause 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. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 4.87 and 4.86 mAOD, this is 0.63 and 0.46 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2022 16:09
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.30pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Strong force 5 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.4m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 230mm 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 Ilfracombe is 4.70 mAOD, this is 0.23 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 16:00
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.15am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.2m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 410mm 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 Ilfracombe is 5.01 mAOD, this is 0.41 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Sep 2022 12:53
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Monday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 08.30pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 4 North Easterly winds and offshore wave heights of 1.30m are forecast. Expect tides to be around 90mm higher than predicted. 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 is 4.99 mAOD, this is 90mm above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Sep 2022 13:54
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.45pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Force 4 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of 0.9m are forecast. Expect tides to be around 70mm higher than predicted.
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 is 5.15 mAOD, this is 0.07 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Aug 2022 10:46
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Saturday evening at 8:00pm, and high tide on Sunday evening at 8:45pm. High water times are measured from Ilfracombe, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Coastal conditions are currently in a period of higher than average tide levels.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue an update on Monday 15th August.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level for Saturday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.05 mAOD, this is 0.08 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide level for Sunday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.09 mAOD, this is 0.15 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 13:28
Bristol Channel
This flood alert will remain in place until Monday morning's high tide, there remains a risk of wave overtopping to quays, low lying land and roads. We will update this message following Monday morning’s high tide.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Rainfall forecast over the weekend is not expected to result in Main River flooding. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.
No further flooding is expected on Tuesday; however, stormy conditions are forecast on Wednesday, which, combined with high tides, may lead to further flooding. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 15:31
Bristol Channel
This flood alert will remain in place until Sunday morning’s high tide, there remains a risk of wave overtopping to quays, low lying land and roads. We will update this message following Sunday morning’s high tide.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Rainfall forecast over the weekend is not expected to result in Main River flooding. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.
No further flooding is expected on Monday and Tuesday; however, stormy conditions are forecast on Wednesday, which, combined with high tides, may lead to further flooding. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 14:51
Bristol Channel
The risk of property flooding from the sea on the North Coast of Devon has now reduced. As Storm Eunice clears the County, large waves and Storm force winds will continue to make conditions near the coast hazardous over the high spring tides which peak on Saturday morning. Tide levels are falling, however there remains a risk of wave overtopping to quays, low lying land and roads. Therefore a Flood Alert will remain in force over this period across the North Devon Coast. We will update this message following Saturday morning’s high tide.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Rainfall forecast over the weekend is not expected to result in Main River flooding. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.
No further flooding is expected on Monday and Tuesday; however, stormy conditions are forecast on Wednesday, which, combined with high tides, may lead to further flooding. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 14:14
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the Friday morning high tide. Storm Eunice is forecast to bring strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast on Friday morning.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 07:15 AM on Friday 18th February, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 10 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 7m are forecast, which could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be up to 0.7m higher than predicted due to weather conditions. Please be aware of the dangers caused by strong winds, particularly in exposed locations.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 11:06
Bristol Channel
Storm Barra is forecast to bring strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast on Tuesday. Flooding is possible over high tides on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning.
High water at Ilfracombe is at 08:15 PM on Tuesday 07/12/2021 and at 08:30 AM on Wednesday 08/12/2021, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 9 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 9.7m are forecast, which could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be up to 0.6m 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.
This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 08/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Tuesday 07/12/2021 at 08:15 PM is 4.81 mAOD, this is 0.60 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2021 12:54
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides from Friday evening 5th November until Saturday evening 6th November associated with large spring tides.
The time of high water at Ilfracombe on Friday evening is at 6:10pm, and the water level at high tide is forecast to be 5.05m AOD on Friday building to 5.16m AOD on Saturday with winds forecast to be Westerly Force 4 strengthening to Force 6 on Saturday evening, and offshore wave heights of up to 2.5m. Wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations is possible at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth. Expect tides to be around 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 updates as required.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2021 12:21
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8:13pm on Friday, but times of high water will vary slightly along the coast. People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast. Impacts include minor flooding of roads and the possibility of some spray overtopping, but is not expected to result in property flooding. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates as required. For those that use detailed tide information - the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.16 mAOD.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 13:11
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday and Friday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.33pm on Thursday and 8:13pm on Friday, and times of high water will vary along the coast.
People are advised to stay away from risk areas and take care next to the coast.
Impacts include minor flooding of roads and the possibility of some spray overtopping, but is not expected to result in property flooding.
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 Illfracombe is 5.02 mAOD.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Sep 2021 15:18
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8.37pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
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 Ilfracombe is 5.05 mAOD, this is 0.21 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Apr 2021 10:53
Bristol Channel
Flooding is expected over the high tide of Thursday 29th April due to spring tides. Water levels will be high for up to 2 hours either side of the high tide which is at 20:45. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.04m AOD at 20:45.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Apr 2021 16:42
Bristol Channel
Flooding is expected over the high tides on Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th April due to high spring tides. Water levels will be raised between the period of 05:00 tomorrow, 27th April and 19:45 on Thursday, 29th April. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect coastal and tidal areas between Hartland Point and Lynmouth, including the Taw Torridge Estuary.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation .
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the highest forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is at 06:30 on Wednesday at 5.09m AOD.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2021 10:30
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8:30pm on Tuesday evening and at 8:45am on Wednesday morning. Times of high water will vary along the coast. There may be minor overtopping of sea defences at exposed 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 Ilfracombe is 5.06mAOD on Tuesday evening and 5.16mAOD on Wednesday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2021 12:40
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Tuesday morning and evening, and Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8am on Tuesday morning and at 8:30pm on Tuesday evening. On Wednesday, high water at Ilfracombe is at 8:45am. Times of high water will vary along the coast. There may be minor overtopping of sea defences at exposed 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 Ilfracombe is 5.16mAOD on Tuesday morning and 5.06mAOD on Tuesday evening.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 15:38
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Monday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7.15am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.7m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 140mm 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 Ilfracombe is 5.10 mAOD, this is 0.14 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 16:37
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible during the high tide on Saturday Morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 06:09am, times of high water
will vary along the coast. Strong westerly winds force 7-8 (30-40 mph) and offshore wave heights of over 5m are forecast
which may cause 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 28 Jan 2021 14:29
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Friday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 06:21 am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Tide levels are expected to be high, and strong force 8 Westerly winds will result in offshore wave heights reaching 5m. Wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations is expected.
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 Ilfracombe is 4.55 mAOD, this is 0.41 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 14:33
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 6:45 am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Tide levels are expected to be high, and strong force 7 South South Easterly winds will result in offshore wave heights nearing 2.9m. Wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations is expected.
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 Ilfracombe is 5.06 mAOD, this is 0.35 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 13:19
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Tuesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 6:02 am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Tide levels are expected to be high, and strong force 6 south south westerly winds will result in offshore wave heights nearing 2.7m. Wave overtopping of sea defences, and sea spray, in exposed coastal locations is expected.
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 Ilfracombe is 5.10 mAOD, this is 0.41 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 10:16
Bristol Channel
We are currently monitoring the situation with regards to tomorrow morning's high tide. We will update the situation later today.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 14:40
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Monday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 5:15 am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Tide levels are expected to be high, and strong force 6-7 south south westerly winds with offshore wave heights, nearing 4.5m. Wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray, in exposed coastal locations is expected.
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 Ilfracombe is 4.89 mAOD, this is 0.39 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 13:20
Bristol Channel
Flooding is not expected, but may be possible in-between Ilfracombe and Woolacombe. The sea wall at Lee, Mortehoe, has been damaged during storms over the weekend. High water at Ilfracombe on Tuesday evening is at 7.30pm, and on Wednesday morning is at 07:45am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Tuesday evening force 6 south, south-westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 2.4m are forecast. This may cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray, of the damaged sea wall at Lee. Devon County Council are carrying out repairs in the area. Stay away from areas of risk. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon, or if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level on Tuesday evening at Ilfracombe is 4.82 mAOD, this is 0.05 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide on Wednesday morning at Ilfracombe is 4.83 mAOD, this is 0.15 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 12:23
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Monday evening and Tuesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Monday evening is at 6.45pm, and on Tuesday morning is at 07:00am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Monday evening strong force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 2.8m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray, in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news. Stay away from areas of risk, and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level on Monday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.20 mAOD, this is 0.16 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide on Tuesday morning at Ilfracombe is 5.13 mAOD, this is 0.15 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 13:15
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Sunday evening and Monday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Sunday evening is at 6.00pm, and on Monday morning is at 06:15am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Sunday evening strong force 7 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 3.8m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray, in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth. Tidal gates at Instow, Ilfracombe and Cheyne Beach remain closed.
Stay away from areas of risk, and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated on Monday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level on Sunday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.22 mAOD, this is 0.14 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide on Monday morning at Ilfracombe is 5.13 mAOD, this is 0.06 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 14:59
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Saturday evening is at 5.00pm, and on Sunday morning is at 05:30am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Saturday evening strong force 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 3.1m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray, in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news. Stay away from areas of risk, and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated on Sunday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level on Saturday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.35 mAOD, this is 0.46 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide on Sunday morning at Ilfracombe is 5.33 mAOD, this is 0.40 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 13:33
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Saturday evening is at 5.00pm, and on Sunday morning is at 05:30am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Saturday evening strong force 7 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 3.1m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news. Stay away from areas of risk, and take care next to the coast. This message will be updated on Sunday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it: The forecast high tide level on Saturday evening at Ilfracombe is 5.4 mAOD, this is 0.51 metres above astronomical tide level. The forecast high tide on Sunday morning at Ilfracombe is 5.38 mAOD, this is 0.45 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 10:40
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Sunday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 18:30pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 8 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of 4m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations along the North Devon Coast, including Ilfracombe and Westward Ho!. 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 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 Ilfracombe is 4.62 mAOD, this is 0.4 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2020 18:46
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Thursday morning is at 4:45am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 3.6m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth. Expect tides to be around 200mm 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 on Thursday morning at Ilfracombe is 3.81 mAOD, this is 0.2 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2020 12:21
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning. High water at Ilfracombe on Wednesday afternoon is at 4.15pm, and on Thursday morning is at 4:30am; times of high water will vary along the coast.
On Wednesday afternoon strong force 7 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 4.6m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations at Ilfracombe and Lynmouth. Expect tides to be around 200mm 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 on Wednesday afternoon at Ilfracombe is 3.89 mAOD, this is 0.2 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 17:44
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for this evening’s high tide. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8:45pm. Times of high water vary along the coast.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news, and stay away from areas of risk. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe tonight is 5.38 mAOD, this is 0.33 metres above astronomical tide level. Offshore waves of 1.5m are expected, with force 6 winds from South South East.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 16:17
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for this evening’s high tide. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8:00pm. Times of high water vary along the coast. It is expected that this flood alert will remain in force until high tide on Tuesday morning – this message will be updated on Monday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news, and stay away from areas of risk.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe tonight is 5.48 mAOD, this is 0.14 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2020 16:50
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for this evening’s high tide. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7:15pm. Times of high water vary along the coast. It is expected that this flood alert will remain in force until high tide on Tuesday morning – this message will be updated on Sunday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news, and stay away from areas of risk.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe tonight is 5.33 mAOD, this is 0.02 metres below astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2020 13:28
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for the high tide on the evening of Sunday 20th of September. High water at Ilfracombe on Sunday is at 9:00pm. Times of high water vary along the coast. Spring tides peaked on Saturday. High tide levels, along with a force 2 north northeasterly wind and 0.5m waves are forecast. This could result in minor overtopping and spray along the coast. People are advised to stay away from at risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will monitor the situation and update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2020 14:39
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from the evening of Saturday 19th up to and including the evening of Sunday 20th of September. High water at Ilfracombe on Saturday evening is 8:15pm, and Sunday at 8:45am and 9:00pm. Times of high water vary along the coast. Tides are rising to spring tides, peaking on Saturday. High tide levels, along with force 3 to 5 east north easterly winds and associated waves are forecast. This could result in minor overtopping and spray along the coast. People are advised to stay away from at risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will monitor the situation and update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2020 14:12
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from the evening of Friday 18th up to and including the evening of Sunday 20th of September. High water at Ilfracombe on Friday evening is 7:45pm, Saturday at 8:00am and 8:15pm, and Sunday at 8:45am and 9:00pm. Times of high water vary along the coast. Tides are rising to spring tides, peaking on Saturday. High tide levels, along with force 4 to 5 east north easterly winds and associated waves are forecast. This could result in minor overtopping and spray along the coast. People are advised to stay away from at risk areas and take care next to the coast. We will monitor the situation and update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 10:30
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for high tides on Saturday the 22nd of August. Force 6 westerly winds and large waves are expected to cause wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations, although no property flooding is expected. High water at Ilfracombe is at 21:30. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of high tide. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will monitor the situation and will provide an update on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.01 metres AOD. This is 0.14 metres above the astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 14:07
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for high tides on Friday the 21st of August. High Spring tides coinciding with strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding on Friday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 20:45. 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 which peak on Friday. Storm Ellen is forecast to bring force 6 to 7 south westerly winds and large waves which are expected to cause wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations. Avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will monitor the situation and will update on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.31 metres AOD. This is 0.32 metres above the astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 15:03
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for high tides on Thursday the 20th and Friday the 21st of August. High Spring tides coinciding with strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding, particularly on Friday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 20:00 on Thursday and 08:30 on Friday morning. 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 which peak on Friday. Storm Ellen is forecast to bring force 6 to 8 south westerly winds and large waves which are expected to cause wave overtopping and sea spray in exposed locations. Avoid low lying and exposed coastal areas. We will monitor the situation and will update by 1pm on Friday. The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 5.31 and 5.32 mAOD for Thursday PM and Friday AM. This is 0.42 and 0.57 metres above the respective astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2020 14:13
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over all the high tides through to Saturday morning. Tides peak on Thursday morning with the 07:45 high tide.
The times of high water at Ilfracombe that are affected are Wednesday at 19:25, Thursday at 07:45 and 20:05, Friday at 08:25 and 20:50 and Saturday at 09:10. The high water times elsewhere along the coast will vary from these times.
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 Ilfracombe is 5.08 mAOD. The tidal peak level of is 5.32m on Thursday morning reducing to 4.89 Saturday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2020 16:54
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Wednesday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 7am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
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 Ilfracombe is 5.08 mAOD.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 11:25
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide Thursday evening. Flood Warnings are in force. High water at Ilfracombe on Thursday is at 20:15. Times of high water will vary along the coast. The 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. Please be aware of asset damage at Westward Ho! which may increase flood risk in this area. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions on local radio. Tides and wave heights are forecast to be lower after tonight’s high tide. We are monitoring the situation and will update this information on Friday morning or if the situation changes. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level on Thursday evening is 5.28 mAOD; this is 0.41 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:06
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides until and including the evening tide on Thursday 12th March. Flood Warnings are in force. High water at Ilfracombe on Thursday at 07:45 and 20:15. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
The 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. Please be aware of asset damage at Westward Ho! which may increase flood risk in this area.
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 on Thursday morning is 5.53 mAOD and 5.15 mAOD on Thursday evening; this is 0.12 metres and 0.13 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 15:21
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides until and including the evening tide on Thursday 12th March. Flood Warnings are in force. High water at Ilfracombe on Wednesday at 19:30 and Thursday at 07:45 and 20:15. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
The 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.
Please be aware of asset damage at Westward Ho! which may increase flood risk in this area.
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 on Wednesday evening is 5.61 mAOD and 5.58 mAOD on Thursday morning; this is 0.53 metres and 0.37 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 11:30
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides until the evening tide on Thursday 12th March. There is the potential for flood warnings to be issued for the North Devon Coast for the morning and evening high tides on Wednesday and the morning high tide on Thursday. High water at Ilfracombe on Tuesday is 18:48, Wednesday at 07:06 and 19:30 and Thursday at 07:48 and 20:11. Times of high water will vary along the coast.
Expect tides to be up to 500mm higher than predicted due to weather conditions. The 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.
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 9 Mar 2020 12:29
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from the morning of Tuesday 10th March until the evening high tide on Thursday 12th March. High water at Ilfracombe on Tuesday is 06:22 and 18:48, Wednesday at 07:06 and 19:30 and Thursday at 07:48 and 20:11. Times of high water will vary along the coast. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday 11th March. There is the potential for flood warnings to be issued for the North Devon coast on Wednesday and Thursday. High tide levels and some surge may cause localised coastal flooding. The current forecast conditions could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be around 300mm 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 23 Feb 2020 16:21
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over high tide on Monday morning (24th February).
High tide at Ilfracombe is 6.45am tomorrow morning. Strong force 7 south-westerly winds, and 3.5m offshore wave heights, are forecast which may cause wave overtopping of sea defences, and sea spray, in exposed coastal areas. Locations at risk include quays, and low lying car parks along North Devon coast, such as Lynmouth, Ilfracombe, Westward Ho! and Combe Martin.
Coastal conditions will remain stormy, early next week, so take care near the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions, using local news. We’re monitoring the situation, and will issue updates as required.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Monday morning is 4.55 mAOD, this is 0.38 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 16:04
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over high tide on Sunday morning (23rd February).
High tide at Ilfracombe is 6am tomorrow morning. Strong force 8 west-south-westerly winds and 4.4m offshore wave heights are forecast which may cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal areas. Locations at risk include quays and low lying car parks along North Devon coast, such as Lynmouth, Ilfracombe, Westward Ho! and Combe Martin.
Coastal conditions will remain stormy into early next week so take care near the coast. Keep up to date with weather and tide conditions using local news. Current forecasts suggest conditions could also reach flood alert criteria for the Monday morning tide. We’re monitoring the situation, and will update this message on Sunday afternoon.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe on Sunday morning is 4.49 mAOD, this is 0.45 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 16:30
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Thursday morning. High water at Ilfracombe is at 8.51am, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 6 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 4m are forecast to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray in exposed coastal locations. Expect tides to be up to 550mm 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 Ilfracombe is 5.37 mAOD, this is 0.55 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 12:09
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from Tuesday evening until Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 19:45 on Tuesday evening and 08:15 on Wednesday morning. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday the 12th of February. The current forecast conditions, associated with strong winds and large waves from storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding in exposed coastal locations. People are advised to stay away from the areas of risk 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. This message will be updated on Wednesday or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 13:04
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from Monday evening until Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 19:15 on Monday evening and 07:30 on Tuesday morning. Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday the 12th of February. The current forecast conditions, associated with strong winds and large waves from storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding 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. This message will be updated on Tuesday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 12:20
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from Sunday evening until Thursday evening. High water at Ilfracombe is at 18:15 on Sunday evening and 06:45 on Monday morning.
Tide levels are now rising towards spring tides which peak on Wednesday the 12th of February. The current forecast conditions, associated with strong winds and large waves from storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding 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. This message will be updated on Monday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2020 16:53
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible for all high tides from Sunday the 9th of February until at least Monday the 10th of February. High water at Ilfracombe on Sunday is at 06:00 and 18.15 and Monday at 06:45 and 19:00. 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. The current forecast conditions, associated with strong winds and large waves from storm Ciara, could result in wave overtopping of sea defences and localised flooding 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. This message will be updated on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 12:15
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tide on Tuesday evening. High water on Tuesday evening at Ilfracombe is at 8:45pm, times of high water will vary along the coast. Force 5 westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 3.5m are forecast on Tuesday evening. This is likely to cause wave overtopping of sea defences and sea spray. Expect tides to be around 390mm 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 update this message by midday on Wednesday. Detailed tidal information for those who use it; the forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 4.54 mAOD, this is 0.29 metres above astronomical tide level.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 16:03
Bristol Channel
Flooding is possible over the high tides on Monday evening and Tuesday evening. High water on Monday evening at Ilfracombe is at 8pm, times of high water will vary along the coast.
Strong force 6 south westerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 4m are forecast on Monday Evening. This is likely to cause wave overtopping of sea defences, sea spray and debris thrown up by wave action along the North Devon Coast, potentially resulting in damage and minor flood depths. Expect tides to be around 360mm 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 update this message by midday on Tuesday.
Detailed tidal information for those who use it; The forecast high tide level at Ilfracombe is 4.79 mAOD, this is 0.36 metres above astronomical tide level.