Flood Alert Info - West Bay Harbour
Area Description
West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
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 19 Oct 2024 16:09
English Channel
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Highest tide level is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 08:15 AM on 20/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
After the high tide this evening‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.62 mAODN at 08:15 AM on 20/10/2024, with southerly force 7 winds.
This message will be updated by 15:00 noon 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 West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 19:15 PM on 18/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
After the high tide this evening‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.48 mAODN at 19:15 PM on 18/10/2024, with southerly force 6 winds.
This message will be updated by 14:00 noon on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 13:57
English Channel
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Highest tide level is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 6:30 PM on 17/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
After the high tide this evening‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.48 mAODN at 6:30 PM on 17/10/2024, with westerly force 4 winds.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 12:04
English Channel
Higher than normal tides this evening may lead to flooding.
Highest tide level is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 9:15 PM on 20/09/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.48 mAODN at 9:15 PM on 20/09/2024, with north-easterly Force 3 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.)
We will remove this message by 11:00 AM on 21/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 15:20
English Channel
Higher than normal tides this evening may lead to flooding.
Highest tide level is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 8:45 PM on 19/09/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour. The first forecast high water is at 8:45 PM on 19/09/2024 with a level of 2.50 mAODN with north-northeasterly force 5 winds. The second forecast high water is at 9:15 PM on 20/09/2024 with a level of 2.51 mAODN with north-northeasterly force 4 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.)
This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 20/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 16:44
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. The first peak high water level at West Bay Harbour is at 9:00 PM this evening 21/08/24 with a level of 2.50 mAOD with southwesterly force 5 winds. Thursday mornings tide 22/08/24 will not quite reach our threshold for a flood alert, but tomorrow evenings tide at 9:43PM will exceed threshold with a predicted level of 2.52 mAOD with southwesterly force 5 winds. Tide levels will start dropping from Friday mornings tide onwards. (mAOD is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) Sea spray overtopping along the coast is possible and high water levels in the harbour are forecast. 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. People in the areas should consider taking action now. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/08/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 17:00
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
The first peak high water level at West Bay Harbour is at 7:45 PM on 08/04/2024 with a level of 2.55 mAOD with southerly force 7 winds. The second peak high water level is at 7:45 AM on 09/04/2024, with a level of 2.44 mAOD with westerly force 7 winds. (mAOD is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) Sea spray overtopping along the coast is possible and high water levels in the harbour are forecast. 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. 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 6 Apr 2024 17:21
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued for Sunday morning's tide, 07/04/2024 at 6:15 AM. We are expecting a total water level of 5.58 mAOD with force 7 south-westerly winds. Sea spray overtopping along the coast is possible. Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible and conditions can apply one to two hours either side of high tide. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. 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 2:00 PM on 07/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 17:45
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued for Wednesday mornings tide 13/03/24 at 8:46 AM. We are expecting a level of approximately 2.50 mAOD in the harbour with South Westerly Force 5 winds . Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. 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 Tuesday morning's tide 12/03/24 at 8:11 AM. We are expecting a level of approximately 2.58 mAOD in the harbour with South Westerly Force 5 winds . Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 13th of March. 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 15:13
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued for Monday morning's tide 11/03/24 at 7:29 AM. We are expecting a level of approximately 2.50 mAOD in the harbour with North Westerly Force 3 winds . Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 14th of March. 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 17:52
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued for Sunday morning's tide 10/03/24 at 6:41 AM. We are expecting a level of approximately 2.45 mAOD in the harbour with Southerly force 2 winds . Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. The next few days will see the third highest spring tides of the year which with a surge may result in high water levels. We are expecting higher than normal tides up to and including the morning tide of the 14th of March. 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 12 Feb 2024 16:14
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
Tuesday morning's tide at 8:00 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with southerly force 5 winds and large waves.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Highest tide level is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 9:00 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 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.
We will remove this message by 4:00 PM on 13/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 07:32
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.56 mAODN at 8:30 AM on 12/02/2024, , with west-northwesterly F3 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)
High water is expected from 07:00 to 11:00 this morning
The forecast is dry for this morning.
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.
We will remove this message by 4:00 PM on 12/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:54
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
Saturday morning's tide at 6:45 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with southerly force 5 winds and large waves.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Highest tide level of 2.48m AODN is expected to be at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit at 6:45 AM on 10/02/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 3 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 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 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 27 Oct 2023 05:42
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 1 Oct 2023 09:25
English Channel
As a result of high spring tides, levels will be at their highest this evening at 08:00 PM on 1/10/2023. The forecast high water level is 2.47m.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 06:45 PM and 10:00 PM on 1/10/2023.
The next high tide is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We are closely monitoring the situation remotely during the high water with duty staff on standby to react as required.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 2/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 09:33
English Channel
As a result of high spring tides, levels will be at their highest this evening at 07:30 PM on 30/09/2023. The forecast high water level is 2.61m.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 06:00 PM and 09:45 PM on 30/09/2023.
The next high tide is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We are closely monitoring the situation remotely during the high water with duty staff on standby to react as required. There may be a need to close pedestrian flood gates in the harbour for tonight's tide, staff will be onsite to operate these flood defence gates if required.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 1/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 09:48
English Channel
As a result of high spring tides, levels will be at their highest this evening at 06:45 PM on 29/09/2023. The forecast high water level is 2.43m.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 05:00 PM and 09:00 PM on 29/09/2023.
The next high tide is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We are closely monitoring the situation remotely during the high water with duty staff on standby to react as required.
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 2 Sep 2023 09:12
English Channel
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 07:16
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 2 Aug 2023 15:11
English Channel
There is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Sea spray overtopping along the coast and high water levels are forecast as a result of high spring tides. The forecast high water is at 19:15 Wednesday, 02/08/23 with a level of 2.19 mAOD, with Force 6 Westerley winds.
mAOD is height above average sea level. The low pressure can cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in these tide.
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 03/08/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit
Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2023 19:03
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 21 Feb 2023 16:57
English Channel
As a result of high spring tides, the morning high tide at 08:17 AM on Wednesday the 22nd of February is higher than normal with westerly force 4 winds and large waves that may persist several hours after high tide.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit, leading up to, and for several hours after, the high tide.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 12:00 AM on 22/02/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2022 19:50
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 Dec 2022 18:59
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 23 Dec 2022 18:15
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 22 Dec 2022 17:35
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 26 Nov 2022 11:16
English Channel
Saturday evening's tide is forecast to be higher than normal and could reach 2.47m due to unsettled weather. Heavy rain and force 7 westerly winds are also forecast. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 08:00 PM and 09:00 PM on 26/11/2022. Weather conditions are expected to produce large offshore waves. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray can be dangerous. This message will be updated by 13:00 noon on 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 11:48
English Channel
A flood alert has been issued. Wednesday evening's tide is higher than normal predicted to reach 2.45m due to unsettled weather. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 17:00 PM and 19:00 PM on 23/11/2022. Weather conditions are expected to produce large offshore waves.. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Stay away from 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 24/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 14:14
English Channel
Wednesday morning's tide is higher than normal predicted to reach 2.46m due to unsettled weather.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit between 05:30 AM and 07:00 AM on 23/11/2022.
Weather conditions are expected to produce large offshore waves.
The next high tide is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Stay away from 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 23/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2022 16:26
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued due to forecasted high tides. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour. The first forecast high water is at 07:45 PM on Thursday 27/10/2022 with a level of 2.47 mAODN with southerly force 3 winds. The second forecast high water is at 08:00 AM on Friday 28/10/2022 with a level of 2.54 mAODN and south westerly force 6 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more detail refer to local tide tables.) 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. 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 11:00 AM on 28/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2022 14:29
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 07:15 AM on 26/10/2022.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour. The forecast high water is at 07:15 AM on 26/10/2022 with a level of 2.53 mAODN with southerly force 6 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) 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.
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 11:00 AM on 26/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2022 10:09
English Channel
As a result of high spring tides, tides will be at their highest this evening at 06:30 PM on 09/10/2022.
No property flooding is expected.
Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM on 09/10/2022.
The forecast is dry for this afternoon with a light to moderate southerly wind.
The tide on Monday evening is expected to be high due to the spring tides and may result in us issuing a further alert.
Our incident response staff are checking defences and will be onsite during the high water levels should any defences need to be operated.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads due to the high water level.
We will remove this message by 10:00 PM on 09/10/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Sep 2022 12:33
English Channel
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to forecast conditions with the highest spring tides of 2022.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
No property flooding is expected.
Flooding is possible at West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit from 06:45 PM on 11/09/2022.
The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at West Bay Harbour of 2.53 mAODN at 07:30 PM on 11/09/2022, with south-easterly force 4 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) No rainfall is forecast.
The tide at 07:30 PM on 12/09/2022 is also forecast to be a Flood Alert, we will send an update once this current tide has passed.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
We will continue to monitor the forecast.
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 01:00 PM on 12/09/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Aug 2022 11:03
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high Spring tides forecast at 9:30 PM local time on Sunday 14/08/2022. The Flood Alert will be in force for 2 hours before and after this high water time. Forecast tide levels are 2.52m with wind direction and speed being Southerly, Force 2 respectively.
Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by Midday on Monday 15/08/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Aug 2022 11:00
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high Spring tides forecast at 9:00 PM local time on Saturday 13/08/2022. The Flood Alert will be in force for 2 hours before and after this high water time. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by Midday on Sunday 14/08/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 12:40
English Channel
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 7:45 AM on 04/01/2022. The Flood Alert will be in force for 2 hours before and after the high water time. Areas most at risk include West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.. Our incident response staff have closed relevant flood gates and have been checking defences. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 02:00 PM on 04/01/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 18:31
English Channel
Sea spray overtopping is forecast for tomorrow morning along the coast as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is at 06:15am on 13/03/21, with a Force 8 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge. mAOD is height above average sea level. For more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated on Saturday, 13/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 18:04
English Channel
Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 04:30 on 11/03/21 with a peak water level of 6.04 mAOD and a Force 8 West South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge. mAOD is height above average sea level. For more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide.
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated Thursday, 11/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 17:23
English Channel
Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 07:30 on 16/12/20 with a level of 2.64 mAOD and a Force 7 South South Easterly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. 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 06:45 on 15/12/20 with a level of 2.48 mAOD and a Force 5 South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated Tuesday, 15/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 14:55
English Channel
Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high spring tides. Forecast high water is 18:45 on 15/11/20 with a level of 2.63 mAOD and a Force 5 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads. This message will be updated Monday, 16/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 14:57
English Channel
A large tidal surge is forecast as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 17:45 on 14/11/20 with a level of 2.59 mAOD and a Force 7 SW wind. And 06:45 on 15/11/20 with a level of 2.61 mAOD. All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour tidal gauge, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads is possible at these times, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated by 13:00 on Sunday, 25/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 15:48
English Channel
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and tidal stretch of the River Brit due to high tides and strong winds.
First forecast high water is 6:45pm this evening 01/11/2020, with a level of 5.66 mAOD. Second forecast high water is 06:00am on Monday 02/11/2020 with a level of 5.97 mAOD. The wind strength is Force 7 from the south west for both of these tides.
All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay. mAOD is height above average sea level. For more detail refer to local tide tables.
Flooding to low lying land and paths is possible at these times, and conditions may apply for two to four hours either side of the high tide.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Incident response staff are checking defences.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated on Monday 02/11/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 14:22
English Channel
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and tidal stretch of the River Brit. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables during this period of high Spring tides.
First forecast high water is 9:30 pm on Monday 19/10/20 with a level of 2.52 mAOD and a Force 6 South South East wind. Second forecast high water is 09:45 am on Tuesday 20/10/20 with a level of 2.46 mAOD and a Force 6 South South West wind.
All times are local and refer to the high water time at West Bay, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables.
Flooding to low lying land and paths is possible at these times, however conditions may apply for two hours either side of the high tide.
This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon or if the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 20:52
English Channel
Levels in the harbour will be high as a result of high spring tides. There is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. First forecast high water is 20:30 Wednesday 11/03/20, with a level of 2.52 mAOD, Force 7 South Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 08:45 Thursday 12/03/20 with a level of 2.61 mAOD, Force 6 West South West wind. Conditions may apply 1 to 2 hours either side of the high tides. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. 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 closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated Thursday, 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 16:58
English Channel
Levels in the harbour will be high as a result of high spring tides. There is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. First forecast high water is 20:30 Wednesday 11/03/20, with a level of 2.52 mAOD, Force 7 South Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 08:45 Thursday 12/03/20 with a level of 2.61 mAOD, Force 6 West South West wind. Conditions may apply 1 to 2 hours either side of the high tides. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. 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 closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated Wednesday, 12/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 16:39
English Channel
Levels in the harbour will be high as a result of high spring tides. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for West Bay Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Brit. First forecast high water is 08:00 Wednesday, 11/03/20 with a level of 2.63 mAOD Force 5 West South West wind. Second forecast high water is 20:30 Wednesday, 11/03/20 with a level of 2.50 mAOD, Force 6 South Westerly wind. mAOD is height above average sea level. Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables.
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 closing flood gates and checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated Tuesday, 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 14:37
English Channel
A large tidal surge is expected as a result of high tides. Forecast high water is 09:15 on 13/2/2020. The forecast tide level is 2.61 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 West South West. Tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at West Bay Harbour. 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 Esplanade, Quayside, Heron Court, Forty Foot Way, Driftwood, George Street, Swains Row, The Old Timberyard, Station Way, Pier Terrace and East Beach in West Bay
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.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:29
English Channel
High spring tides and strong winds are affecting the area today (Monday) and tomorrow.
The following high tide times and 2 hours either side represent the times this Flood alert is valid;
10/2/20 at 7:15 pm
11/2/20 at 8:15 am
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 11:36
English Channel
High tides and strong winds associated with Storm Ciara are affecting the area today (Sunday) and tomorrow.
The following high tide times and 2 hours either side represent the times this Flood alert is valid;
9/2/20 at 19:15
10/2/20 at 07:15
10/2/20 at 22:00
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 as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2020 14:07
English Channel
High tides and strong winds associated with Storm Ciara will affect the area from Sunday morning.
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 06:45
9/2/20 at 19:00
10/2/20 at 07:15
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 26 Nov 2019 14:29
English Channel
A large tidal surge is expected to affect West Bay Harbour as a result of high spring tides and strong winds this evening and tomorrow morning 27/11/2019. High water is at around 6:20 pm this evening 26/11/2019 and the morning of 27/11/2019 around 6:45 am. The wind strength is Force 5 from the south west. Flooding to roads and farmland is expected and may apply two to four hours either side of the high tides. There is the possibility of flooding of West Bay Harbour and a tidal stretch of the River Brit. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closing gates. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued and stay away from large waves as they are dangerous. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/11/2019, or as the situation changes.