Severn Estuary from Sharpness to Oldbury-on-Severn including low lying properties on Severn Lane, Worldsend Lane, Nupdown Lane and Shepperdine Road including Oldbury Power Station.
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The red highlighted area on the map below outlines the area covered by this Flood Warning.
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.
Severn Estuary
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide forecast tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM on 09/04/2024. Tuesday morning's tide is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 6 winds and large waves. Tonight's tide does not reach flood warning thresholds. Waves are forecast to overtop coastal defences at the Severn Estuary from Sharpness to Oldbury-on-Severn including low lying properties on Severn Lane, Worldsend Lane, Nupdown Lane and Shepperdine Road including Oldbury Power Station.. The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 8.26 mAODN at 8:30 AM on 09/04/2024, which is 0.57 m above tide tables, with westerly force 6 winds.(mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) We are closing locks and flood gates in the area. Plan driving routes to coastal roads, which may be flooded. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Severn Estuary
Tuesday morning's tide at 8:30 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather. Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary from Sharpness to Oldbury-on-Severn including low lying properties on Severn Lane, Worldsend Lane, Nupdown Lane and Shepperdine Road including Oldbury Power Station. The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 8.31 mAODN at 8:30 AM on 12/03/2024, which is 0.30 m above tide tables, with south-westerly force 6 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.) We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Severn Estuary
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.