Flood Alert Info - Dorset coast at Poole Harbour

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Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle.

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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Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 16:16

English Channel

Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 10:30 AM on 20/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole Harbour of 1.42 mAODN at 10:45 AM on 20/10/2024, , with southerly force 7 winds. This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 14:57

English Channel

Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 9:45 PM on 18/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole Harbour of 1.41 mAODN at 9:45 PM on 18/10/2024, , with southerly force 6 winds. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 13:00

English Channel

Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected. This alert covers both tonight's and tomorrow mornings high tides. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 8:30 PM on 16/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Further flooding is possible tomorrow morning due to high astronomic tides. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole Harbour. The first forecast high water is at 8:15PM on 16/10/2024 with a level of 1.32 mAODN with south-Westerly force 4 winds. The second forecast high water is at 6:00AM on 17/10/2024 with a level of 1.30 mAODN with south-westerly force 4 winds. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 16:10

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. The first peak high water level at Poole Harbour is at 11:00 PM this evening on 09/04/2024 with a level of 1.33 mAOD with westerly force 4 winds. The second peak high water level is at 11:15 AM on 10/04/2024, with a level of 1.52 mAOD with southerly force 5 winds. (mAOD is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 18:10

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions and spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. The first peak high water level at Poole Harbour is at 10:15 PM this evening on 08/04/2024 with a level of 1.71 mAOD with south-westerly force 7 winds. The second peak high water level is at 10:30 AM on 09/04/2024, with a level of 1.54 mAOD with westerly force 6 winds. (mAOD is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 17:31

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions and spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. The first peak high water level at Poole Harbour is at 9:30 PM on 07/04/2024 with a level of 1.36 mAOD with southwesterly force 4 winds. The second peak high water level is at 10:00 AM on 08/04/2024, with a level of 1.46 mAOD with easterly force 4 winds. (mAOD is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides for the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts and warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2024 17:21

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 09:15PM on 06/04/2024, with total water level of 1.26 mAOD with a Force 7 Southwesterly wind forecast in Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. We are expecting higher than normal tides for the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Mar 2024 16:53

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast windy weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. The first high water peak level at Poole Harbour is forecast at 11:30 PM on 27/03/2024 with a level of 1.22 mAODN with south-southwesterly force 5 winds. The second forecast high water is at 11:00 AM on 28/03/2024 with a level of 1.24mAODN with south-westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 28/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Mar 2024 18:20

English Channel

Wednesday morning's tide at 9:45 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with south-westerly force 5 winds and large waves. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 9:45 AM on 27/03/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 27/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 15:43

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for the tide at 02:15AM on 15/03/2024, with a total water level of 1.33 mAOD and a Force 5 South Westerly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 15/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 16:31

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for this evening’s tide 13/03/24 at 11:34PM with a total water level of 1.00 mAOD and a Force 4 Southerly wind and tomorrow morning's tide 14/03/24 at 11:51AM with a total water level of 1.24 mAOD with a Force 5 Southerly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 15th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 14/03/2024, or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 17:45

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for this evening’s tide 12/03/24 at 11:41PM with a total water level of 1.29 mAOD and a Force 5 South Westerly wind and tomorrow afternoons tide 13/03/24 at 12:01PM with a total water level of 1.27 mAOD with a Force 5 South Westerly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 15th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 14:42

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for this evening’s tide 11/03/24 at 10:44PM with a total water level of 1.27 mAOD and a Force 2 Westerly wind and tomorrow mornings tide 12/03/24 at 10:59AM with a total water level of 1.32 mAOD with a Force 4 South Westerly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 15th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 15:14

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for this evening’s tide 10/03/24 at 10:01PM with a total water level of 1.38 mAOD and a Force 3 North Westerly wind and tomorrow mornings tide 11/03/24 at 10:11AM with a total water level of 1.28 mAOD with a Force 4 North Westerly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the evening tide of the 14th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 11/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2024 16:00

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued for this evening’s tide 09/03/24 at 9:34PM with a total water level of 1.41 mAOD and Force 3 Easterly wind and tomorrow morning’s tide 10/03/24 at 9:40AM with a total water level of 1.37 mAOD and Force 2 Easterly wind. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of these times. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the evening tide of the 13th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 10/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2024 16:07

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 09:23AM on 09/03/2024, with total water level of 1.32 mAOD with a Force 6 Easterly wind forecast in Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle . Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. A combination of the third highest spring tides of the year, along with high fluvial flows will result in high water levels. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 13th of March and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 09/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 09:11

English Channel

This mornings tide is expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 11:30 AM on 13/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Weather conditions are expected to produce large onshore waves. After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor levels closely. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. We will remove this message by 11:30 AM on 13/02/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 09:01

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 11:00 AM on 12/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. The forecast is dry for this morning. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. We will remove this message by 4:00 PM on 12/02/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:15

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Highest tide level 1.27 mAODN , with F4 southerly winds is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 10:15 PM on 10/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:55

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Saturday morning's tide at 9:30 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with southerly force 5 winds and large waves. Highest tide level of 1.43 mAODN is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 9:30 AM on 10/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Weather conditions are expected to produce large onshore waves. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:00

English Channel

Friday morning's tide at 8:45 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with south-westerly force 6 winds and large waves. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Highest tide level of 1.5m is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 8:45 AM on 09/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Weather conditions are expected to produce large onshore waves. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 13:15

English Channel

Monday morning's tide at 08:30 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 6 winds and large waves. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 08:45 AM and 11:30 AM on 13/11/2023. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we may issue further alerts/warnings. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2023 15:42

English 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 Nov 2023 13:57

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 05:00 PM on 04/11/2023. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. A combination of tide locking and high fluvial flows will result in high water levels. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 17:27

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Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 09:40

English Channel

As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest this evening at 09:15PM on 29/09/2023. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 07:30 PM until 10:30 PM on 29/09/2023 with the local tide level forecast to reach 1.32m. The high tide on Saturday evening is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert. We are closely monitoring the situation remotely. We are not expecting to shut any pedestrian tide gates this evening but will monitor closely. Consider activating any property flood protection products. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 30/09/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 09:55

English Channel

As a result of high spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest this evening at 08:00PM on 28/09/2023. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 07:00 PM until 9:30 PM on 28/09/2023. with the local tide level forecast to reach 1.28m. The high tides on Friday and Saturday evening are expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert. We are closely monitoring the situation remotely. We are not expecting to shut any pedestrian tide gates this evening but will monitor closely. Consider activating any property flood protection products. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29/09/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 07:13

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Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2023 15:11

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and Piddle, particularly at Wareham. High water levels are forecast as a result of high spring tides. The forecast high water is 21:45 Wednesday, 02/08/23 with a level of 1.34 mAOD with Force 5 Westerly winds. Low pressure can cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in these tides. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated 03/08/2023 or as the situation changes. Flood alert area: Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Aug 2023 14:56

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and Piddle, particularly at Wareham. High water levels are forecast as a result of high spring tides. First forecast high water is 10:59 Wednesday, 02/08/23 with a level of 1.26 mAOD at Wareham, Force 7 South Westerly winds. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in these tides. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated 02/08/2023 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2023 19:01

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Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2023 17:15

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High water levels are expected as a result of Spring tides Forecast high water is 23:23 on 09/03/23 with a level of 1.30 mAOD. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Wareham, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated Tomorrow, 10/03/2023

Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 17:52

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast for tomorrow morning 07/01/23. The forecast high water is at 9:57am with a level of 1.20 mAODN with Southerly force 8 winds (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle two hours either side of the high tide. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 07/01/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2022 17:37

English 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. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2022 16:29

English 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. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 15:17

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The Thursday evening high tide at 09:56 PM is forecast to be higher than normal due to the unsettled weather creating additional tidal surge. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible at Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 09:30 PM and 10:30 PM on 24/11/2022. Models forecasts the level at Wareham to reach 1.23m and at Poole Quay to reach 1.36m. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Consider activating any property flood protection products. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 25/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 11:53

English Channel

The Wednesday evening tide is forecast to be higher than usual due to unsettled weather creating additional tidal surge. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible at Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 08:15 PM and 09:30 PM on 23/11/2022. Models predict the level at Wareham to reach 1.23m and at Poole to reach 1.36m. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Consider activating any property flood protection products. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 24/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 14:21

English Channel

Wednesday morning's tide is higher than normal due to unsettled weather creating additional tidal surge. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible at Poole Harbour, Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle between 07:45 AM and 09:45 AM on 23/11/2022. Models predict the level at Wareham to reach 1.22m and at Poole to reach 1.35m. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Consider activating any property flood protection products. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 23/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 08:31

English Channel

Monday morning's tide at 11:15 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with south-easterly force 7 winds and large waves. Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. We are expecting further unsettled weather which will may mean similar impacts for the next high tide tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding is possible at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle from 11:00 AM on 21/11/2022. Weather conditions are expected to produce large onshore waves. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 21/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 16:19

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast this evening and tomorrow morning. The first forecast high water is at 08:26 PM on 07/11/2022 with a level of 1.26 mAODN with south-westerly force 7 winds. The second forecast high water is at 08:52 AM on 08/11/2022 with a level of 1.23 mAODN with south-westerly force 7 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables). Areas most at risk are Poole Harbour at Wareham and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 08/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 17:00

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 09:15 AM on 07/11/2022. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected between 08:30 AM and 10:00 AM on 07/11/2022. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide 8th of November 2022. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 02:00 PM on 07/11/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 14:29

English Channel

Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during coming tides. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Highest tide level is expected to be at Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at 10:00 AM on 26/10/2022. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Consider activating any property flood protection products in the Poole Harbour area. This message will be updated by 02:00 PM on 26/10/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 16:19

English Channel

Storm Eunice is expected to bring severe gale force winds across Dorset from Friday into Saturday, coinciding with spring tides. A tidal surge will increase the water levels around high water and overtopping of sea defences is possible. Forecast high water on 19/02/22 at Wareham is 11:35 with a level of 1.21 mAOD and a Force 8 south-westerly. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Wareham river Frome gauges. Flooding to roads is possible, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect Poole Harbour and the tidal stretches of rivers Frome and Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated by 05.00 PM on 19/02/22 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 14:43

English Channel

Storm Eunice is expected to bring severe gale force winds across Dorset early Friday and into Saturday, coinciding with low spring tides. We are expecting this to cause very large and powerful waves along the coast. A tidal surge will increase the water levels around high water and overtopping of sea defences is possible. Forecast high water on 18/02/22 at Poole is 10:05 on 18/02/18 with a level of 1.55 mAOD and at Wareham is 10:47 with a level of 1.44 mAOD and a Force 9 westerly. All times are local and refer to the high water times at Poole Town Quay Wareham river Frome gauges. Flooding to roads is possible, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect Poole Harbour and the tidal stretches of rivers Frome and Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated by 11.00 am on 19/02/22 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 19:16

English Channel

This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 10:00 AM on 04/01/2022. The Alert will be in force for 2 hours before and after the time of high water. Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Hamworthy Recreation Park may start to experience minor flooding. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Take extra care and avoid flooded areas. This message will be updated by 02:00 PM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 17:23

English Channel

The high tide at 00:30 AM on Wednesday will be higher than normal due to conditions associated with Storm Barra. South-westerly force 8 winds and large waves will produce a swell within the harbour. Areas most at risk include Wareham Quayside and Hamworthy. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/12/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2021 17:39

English Channel

Tuesday's tide at 10:30 AM and 00:30 AM on Wednesday will be higher than normal due to stormy conditions associated with Storm Barra. South-westerly force 8 winds and large waves will produce a swell within the harbour. Areas most at risk include Wareham Quayside and Hamworthy. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 04:00 PM on 07/12/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 16:16

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at Wareham due to Low pressure causing sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This flood alert covers the high tide at Wareham on Sunday 27/12/20 at 21:15 and conditions may apply up to two hours either side of the high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation This message will be updated tomorrow or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 17:22

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 10:00 on 16/12/20 with a level of 1.41 mAOD and a Force 7 South South East wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated Wednesday, 16/12/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 17:14

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 09:45 on 15/12/20 with a level of 1.23 mAOD and a Force 5 South South West wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated Tuesday, 15/12/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 14:57

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 21:30 on 15/11/20 with a level of 1.47 mAOD and a Force 5 West Southwest wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated if the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 15:55

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. First forecast high water is 20:30 on 14/11/20 with a level of 1.40 mAOD and a Force 5 South Southwest wind. Second forecast high water is 09:00 on 15/11/20 with a level of 1.45 mAOD. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated Sunday, 15/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2020 20:05

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high tides. First forecast high water is 08:15 on 14/11/20 with a level of 1.34 mAOD and a Force 7 Southerly wind. Second forecast high water is 21:45 on 14/11/20 with a level of 1.41 mAOD. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated Saturday, 14/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2020 16:59

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high tides. First forecast high water is 08:15 on 14/11/20 with a level of 1.34 mAOD and a Force 7 Southerly wind. Second forecast high water is 21:45 on 14/11/20 with a level of 1.41 mAOD. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Portland Harbour, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland is forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas most at risk are Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated Saturday, 14/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 14:22

English Channel

We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle at Wareham Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables during these high spring tides. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. The times of high water covered by this flood alert are: Wareham Tuesday 20/10/20 00:45 am and 1:15 pm. Winds are forecast to be South Force 6 on both high waters. Poole Harbour Tuesday 20/10/20 00:01 am and 12:30 pm. Winds are forecast to be South Force 5 and South South West Force 5 respectively. This message will be updated Tuesday afternoon 20/10/20 or if the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 16:23

English Channel

Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high tides and strong, Force 6-7 winds. Consequently, flooding is possible until Friday afternoon. High tides are at 22:00 tonight (Thursday) and at 10:45 on Friday. Flooding of properties around Poole Harbour is not forecast at this point. Continuing strong winds may cause additional wave overtopping throughout the day on Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing tide gates along the coast and liaising with emergency services. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. Camping on beaches and on exposed areas of coastline will be extremely hazardous under these conditions. This message will be updated on Friday or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 15:19

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and Piddle, particularly at Wareham and Hamworthy. High water levels in the harbour are forecast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 00:30 Friday, 13/03/20, with a level of 1.20 mAOD at Wareham, Force 6 Westerly wind. mAOD is height above average sea level. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated 13/03/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 16:58

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and Piddle, particularly at Wareham and Hamworthy. High water levels in the harbour are forecast as a result of high spring tides. First forecast high water is 23:30 Wednesday, 11/03/20 with a level of 1.27 mAOD at Wareham, Force 6 Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 11:45 Thursday, 12/03/20 with a level of 1.23 mAOD at Wareham, Force 7 West South Westerly wind. mAOD is height above average sea level. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 16:12

English Channel

There is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and Piddle, particularly at Wareham and Hamworthy. High water levels in the harbour are forecast as a result of high spring tides. First forecast high water is 22:30 Tuesday, 10/03/20 with a level of 1.23 mAOD at Wareham, Force 6 West South West wind. Second forecast high water is 10:15 Wednesday, 11/03/20 with a level of 1.35 mAOD in Poole and 1.29 mAOD at Wareham, Force 5 South Westerly wind. mAOD is height above average sea level. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2020 17:16

English Channel

We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing to the sea and cause rivers to rise. Forecast high water is 21:30 on Sunday, 08/03/20 with a level of 1.28 mAOD and a Force 5 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Wareham. mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. There could be flooding at the car park adjacent to the Old Granary. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated Monday, 09/03/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:02

English Channel

We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Forecast high water is 17:00 on 15/02/20 and the forecast tide level is 1.15 m AOD. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham Boathouse. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 14:36

English Channel

A large tidal surge is expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 12:15 on 13/2/2020 and the forecast tide level is 1.48 m AOD. The forecast wind is a westerly Force 6. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Poole Harbour RNLI. Conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle Continuing strong winds may cause additional wave overtopping until after the high tide. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads as large waves could be dangerous. This message will be updated on 13/2/2020 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:10

English Channel

High spring tides and strong winds associated with Storm Ciara will continue to affect the area today. This Flood Alert covers Poole Harbour but is specifically targeting Wareham. The following high tide time and 2 hours either side represent the times this Flood alert is valid; 10/2/20 at 22:45, forecast to reach a level of 1.32m We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing to the sea and cause rivers to rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 11:17

English Channel

High tides and strong winds associated with Storm Ciara will continue to affect the area today and tomorrow. Consequently, flooding is possible for the duration of the strong winds, The following high tide times and 2 hours either side represent the times this Flood alert is valid; 9/2/20 at 22:00 10/2/20 at 10:15 10/2/20 at 22:45 We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing to the sea and cause rivers to rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2020 13:57

English Channel

High tides and strong winds associated with Storm Ciara will affect the area from Saturday evening. Consequently, flooding is possible for the duration of the strong winds, The following high tide times and 2 hours either side represent the times this Flood alert is valid; 8/2/20 at 21:15 9/2/20 at 09:45 9/2/20 at 22:00 We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing to the sea and cause rivers to rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated on Sunday 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 11:39

English Channel

There is the potential for flooding at Wareham as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 16:00 on 16/01/2020 and the forecast tide level is 1.27 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 7 southerly. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at this time, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated this evening, 16/01/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 17:15

English Channel

Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences. First forecast high water is 00:45 on 15/01/20 and the forecast tide level is 1.44 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 south west. Second forecast high water is 13:00 on 16/01/20 and the forecast tide level is 0.98 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 from the south west. Tide times are in local time. Flooding to roads and farmland//properties is possible//forecast at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on 15/1/2020

Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 16:52

English Channel

A large tide is expected for the next 3 days. First forecast high water is 00:30 on 14/01/20 and the forecast tide level is 1.28 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6. Second forecast high water is 12:45 on 14/01/20 and the forecast tide level is 1.24 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 7. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham. Flooding to roads and coastal promenades is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tides at 02:00 on 15/01/20 at Wareham. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/01/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 13:26

English Channel

Due to high water levels at Wareham, a flood alert has been issued. Forecast high water is 00:45 on 16/12/19 at 1.24 mAOD. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham Gauge. Flooding to roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. High river levels on the Frome may coincide with tomorrow mornings high tide high tide at 00:45 on the 16/12/19 at Wareham, as a result we expect to see flooding on the Quay. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow, 16/12/19, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 17:26

English Channel

Due to high water levels at Wareham, a flood alert has been issued. Forecast high water is 23:30 on 14/12/19 at 1.32 mAOD and 11:45 on 15/12/19 at 1.17 mAOD. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham Gauge. Flooding to roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. High river levels on the Frome may coincide with this evenings high tide at 23:30 on the 14/12/19 at Wareham, as a result we expect to see flooding on the Quay. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow, 15/12/19, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 16:17

English Channel

Due to high water levels at Wareham, a flood alert has been issued. Forecast high water is 10:30pm on 13/12/19. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham Gauge. Flooding to roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Water levels may be exacerbated by high river levels for this evening’s tide, we expect to see flooding on the Quay at Wareham. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tides at 9:45am on 14/12/19 at Wareham and may continue this trend for further tides. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/12/19, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 14:29

English Channel

Due to high water levels at Wareham, a flood alert has been issued. Forecast high water is 10pm on 12/12/19. The forecast wind is Force 6 in a West North West direction. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Wareham Gauge. Flooding to roads and properties is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tides at 10:15am on 13/12/19 at Wareham and may continue this trend for further tides. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2019 16:27

English Channel

Due to an unusual tidal surge we believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Today's tide was higher than predicted and we believe that a similar situation could occur for tonight's tide and tomorrow morning. The exact time of peak water is difficult to predict, but we are expecting it to be around 2030 tonight and 0900 tomorrow morning. High water levels are expected two hours either side of these times. We are closely monitoring the situation.

Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2019 12:52

English Channel

Due to an unusual surge we believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. This is likely to mean that waters will continue to rise for the next half an hour before maintaining at a higher than predicted level for the next two hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2019 16:29

English Channel

High tides and a large surge has the potential to cause flooding at Wareham. First forecast high water is 21:15 on 08/12/19 and the forecast tide level is 1.17 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 west south westerly. Second forecast high water is 09:15 on 09/12/19 and the forecast tide level is 1.21 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 north north westerly. Tide times are in local time. 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 believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 09/12/19, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 15:32

English Channel

A tidal surge is expected to affect the Poole and Wareham areas as a result of high spring tides this evening and tomorrow morning. High water is at 9:40 pm this evening 27/11/2019 and at 9:28 am in the morning 28/11/2019. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible and may apply two to four hours either side of the high tides. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/11/2019, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2019 15:19

English Channel

A large tidal surge is expected to affect Poole and Wareham as a result of high spring tides this evening and tomorrow morning 27/11/2019. High water is at 9:02pm this evening 26/11/2019 and the morning of 27/11/2019 9:21 am Poole and Wareham. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible and may apply two to four hours either side of the high tides. There is a possibility of flooding for Poole and then Wareham. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/11/2019, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2019 17:08

English Channel

A tidal surge is expected to affect Poole Harbour. Tomorrow morning’s tides will be high water between 08:40 at Poole and 09:30 at Wareham on the 26/11/2019. Tide heights are predicted to be at around 1.37m above ordnance datum. Flooding to properties, roads, footpaths and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and the tidal stretches of the River Piddle and River Frome. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking flood defences and trash screens. Please stay aware in case of further warnings. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/11/2019, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2019 08:08

English Channel

A tidal surge is expected to affect Wareham. The time and date of the forecast for high water is 09:17 on 25/11/2019. The forecast tide level is 0.92 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 5 from the south. Flooding to footpaths, roads and farmland is possible, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing and cause river levels to remain high or even rise. At the time of Flood Alert issue, the River Frome is generally falling although remains high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated later today 25/11/2019 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2019 18:53

English Channel

A tidal surge is expected to affect Wareham. The time and date of the forecast for high water is 08:25 on 25/11/2019. The forecast tide level is 0.92 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 5 from the south. Flooding to footpaths, roads and farmland is possible, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. High tide levels may prevent rivers from flowing and cause river levels to remain high or even rise. At the time of Flood Alert issue, the River Frome is generally falling although remains high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/11/19, or as the situation changes.