Flood Warning Info - Poole Harbour at Wareham

High tides and forecast weather conditions are expected to cause flooding tomorrow morning. Flooding is expected from 11:30 AM on 20/10/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Wareham Quay, Ridge, Redcliffe and Swineham areas. Tidal conditions are expected to improve tomorrow evening and no flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation  Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole Harbour of 1.71 mAODN at 11:30 AM on 20/10/2024, westerly force 6 winds.  This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions and spring tides. Highest tide level of 1.43 mAOD is expected to be at Wareham Quay, Ridge, Redcliffe and Swineham areas at 10:00 PM this evening on 08/04/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Tomorrow morning’s tide is currently forecast to be a flood alert, which has been included in the alerts issued for Poole Harbour and East Coast of Dorset. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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.

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.

River levels are forecast to rise at the Wareham river gauge as a result of high tides and strong winds, coinciding with high river levels. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Wareham Quay, Ridge, Redcliffe and Swineham areas High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing to the sea and cause rivers to rise We are closely monitoring the situation. Predicted high tide is at 02:00 on 15/01/20 and is at 1.62m This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/1/20, or as the situation changes.