Flood Alert Info - Severn Estuary at Severn Beach
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Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
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 31 Dec 2024 18:28
Severn Estuary
High tides and forecast weather conditions tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
Highest tide level is expected to be at the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning at 8:00 AM on 01/01/2025. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach, including New Passage and Pilning.
After the high tide tomorrow morning‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
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 Avonmouth. The forecast high water is at 8:00 AM on 01/01/2025 with a level of 6.76 mAODN with north-westerly force 6 winds.
We will remove this message by 10:30 AM on 01/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 12:26
Severn Estuary
High tides on Sunday morning may lead to flooding.
The forecast high water is 9:45 AM on 20/10/2024 with a level of 7.85 mAOD and a Force 6 Southerly wind. Times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, however conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide.
Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
No property 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.
Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 15:48
Severn Estuary
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 7.67 mAODN at 10:00 AM on 22/08/2024, with south-westerly force 7 winds.
Please note: The high tide on the evening of 21st August does not meet flood alert criteria.
Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
No property flooding is expected.
After the high tide tomorrow morning‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
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.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 20:47
Severn Estuary
Tuesday morning's tide at 8:30 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 6 winds and large waves. This evenings tide does not meet flood alert thresholds.
This Flood Alert has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely tomorrow morning on 09/04/2024. Waves are forecast to overtop coastal defences at the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
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. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads.
Plan driving routes to coastal roads, which may be flooded.
After this tide, the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 18:35
Severn Estuary
Tuesday morning's tide at 8:30 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 7 winds and large waves. This evenings tide does not meet flood alert thresholds.
This Flood Alert has been issued because some minor flooding to coastal roads and footpaths is likely tomorrow morning on 09/04/2024. Waves are forecast to overtop coastal defences at the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 8.09 mAODN at 8:30 AM on 09/04/2024, which is 0.4 m above tide tables, with westerly force 7 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. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads.
Plan driving routes to coastal roads, which may be flooded.
After this tide‚ the weather is more settled and no further impacts are expected.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 12:05
Severn Estuary
Monday evening's tide at 07:00 PM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 7 winds and large waves. Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. The risk of flooding and large waves is likely for a few hours before and after the high tide time.
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.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads which are close to the coast.
This message will be removed on Monday evening
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2023 00:13
Severn Estuary
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Aug 2023 17:06
Severn Estuary
As a result of spring tides and strong winds, tides will be at their highest tomorrow morning at 10:45 AM on 05/08/2023.
Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth of 7.37 mAODN, which is 0.30 m above tide tables, with westerly force 7 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)
The risk of flooding from Storm Antoni will reduce after this high tide. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences and we will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 05/08/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Mar 2023 11:18
Severn Estuary
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 23 Nov 2022 16:59
Severn Estuary
Waves are forecast to overtop sea defences at Severn Beach with sea spray expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 18:45 on 23/11/22 with a level of 7.14 mAOD and a Force 7 south westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, mAOD is height above average sea level for more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding to roads and farmland//properties is possible//forecast at these times, however conditions may apply one/two to two/four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on Thursday, 24/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 18:58
Severn Estuary
Wednesday morning's tide at 06:15 AM is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with westerly force 7 winds and large waves. Areas most at risk include the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Weather conditions are expected to produce large waves. We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next few days and as a result we may issue further alerts. We are closing locks and flood gates in the area. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated on the morning of Wednesday 23rd November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 15:05
Severn Estuary
Sunday afternoon's tide at 17:52 PM is higher than normal due to strong westerly force 7 winds and large waves.
Tides are expected to be higher than usual due to the forecast weather conditions during the coming tide.
Waves are forecast to overtop coastal defences at the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning..
Flooding is possible at the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning either side of the high
tide 17:52 PM on 06/11/2022.
After this tide as the winds strength reduces , so no further impacts are expected.
We are closing locks and flood gates in the area.
We will remove this message by 09:00 AM on 07/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:55
Severn Estuary
Strong winds are expected to continue on the Bristol Channel on Sunday and into Monday, coinciding with spring tides. We are expecting this to cause large waves and a tidal surge along the coast.
First Forecast high water is 21:30 on 20/02/22 with a level of 6.53 mAOD and a Force 8 Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 10:15 on 21/02/22 with a level of 6.66 mAOD and a Force 8 North Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. 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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
We will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 11:36
Severn Estuary
Strong winds are expected to continue on the Bristol Channel on Sunday, coinciding with spring tides. We are expecting this to cause large waves and a tidal surge along the coast.
First Forecast high water is 09:30 on 20/02/22 with a level of 7.34 mAOD and a Force 7 Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 21:45 on 20/02/22 with a level of 6.66 mAOD and a Force 7 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. 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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
We will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 15:47
Severn Estuary
Storm Eunice continues to bring strong winds across the Somerset coast, coinciding with spring tides. We are expecting this to cause very large and powerful waves along the coast. First forecast high water is 20:45 on 18/02/22 with a level of 6.69 mAOD and a Force 8 South Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 09:00 on 19/02/22 with a level of 7.06 mAOD and a Force 8 South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and liaising with emergency services. Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. We will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 12:20
Severn Estuary
Storm Eunice is expected to bring severe gale force winds across the Bristol Channel early on Friday, coinciding with low spring tides. We are expecting this to cause very large and powerful waves along the coast.
Forecast high water is 08:15 on 18/02/22 with a level of 7.43 mAOD and a Force 9 South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 two to four hours either side of the high tide.
We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and liaising with emergency services.
Please be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
We will update this message as the situation changes and new information is available.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 13:15
Severn Estuary
Large and powerful waves are expected to overtop sea defences as a result of high tides and strong winds from Storm Dudley. Forecast high water is 19:30 on 16/02/22 with a level of 6.53 mAOD and a Force 8 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 two to four hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning.
Coastal conditions should ease for the 17/02/22 high tides at 07:45 and 20:15, but expected to worsen on Friday morning with Storm Eunice.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closing flood gates.
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 by 12:00 on Thursday, 17/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 13:21
Severn Estuary
A large tidal surge is expected with possible overtopping and onshore flooding as a result of high water levels. The time and date of the first forecast high water is 21:30 on 07/12/2021. The forecast tide level is 7.40 m AOD. The forecast wind strength and direction is Force 9 in a westerly direction. The time and date of the second forecast high water is 09:45 on 08/12/2021. The forecast tide level is 6.95 m AOD. The forecast wind strength and direction is Force 8 in a westerly direction.
There is a possibility of flooding for the Severn estuary at Severn Beach, including New Passage and Pilning. Conditions may apply one/two hours either side of the high tide.
Be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
Please note all tide times are in local time and are using the 24 hour clock and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2021 16:21
Severn Estuary
A large tidal surge is expected with possible overtopping and onshore flooding as a result of high water levels. The time and date of the first forecast high water is 09:00 am on 07/12/2021. The forecast tide level is 7.12 m AOD. The forecast wind strength and direction is Force 7 in a south easterly direction. The time and date of the second forecast high water is 21:15 on 07/12/2021. The forecast tide level is 7.15 m AOD. The forecast wind strength and direction is Force 7 in a south westerly direction.
There is a possibility of flooding for the Severn estuary at Severn Beach, including New Passage and Pilning. Conditions may apply one/two hours either side of the high tide.
Be careful along beaches, promenades and coastal footpaths and roads.
Please note all tide times are in local time and are using the 24 hour clock and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 17:54
Severn Estuary
Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of a high tidal surge and strong winds. Forecast high water is 05:45 on 11/03/21 with a level of 6.7 mAOD and a Force 8 West South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, 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 one to two hours either side of the high tide. We expect flooding to affect the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. We do not forecast the situation to deteriorate any further but will reissue this alert as necessary.
Our incident response team are closely monitoring the situation. 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 Thursday, 11/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2020 16:41
Severn Estuary
Potential overtopping is forecasted and sea spray is expected as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 21:30 on 18/11/2020 with a level of 6.95 mAOD and a Force 7 Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply on two to four hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Strong onshore winds will cause tide levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates.
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 Thursday, 19/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 16:21
Severn Estuary
Strong winds and high tides may cause sea spray and overtopping of sea defences at Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Forecast high water is for 22:45 on 22/08/2020 with a level of 7.55 mAOD and a Force 7 West South Westerly wind. Tide times are local time and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth. Conditions may apply two hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is possible for low lying land and roads for the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. High tides are forecast to continue until after Saturday evening high tide on 22/08/2020. Incident response staff are closing flood gates along coastal locations and we are monitoring the situation. Please take care along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and strong winds can be hazardous. Consider installing your property level protection. This message will be updated Saturday, 22/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 14:17
Severn Estuary
Strong winds and high tides may cause sea spray and overtopping of sea defences at Severn Beach, New Passage and Pilning. First forecast high water is 22:00 on 21/08/2020 with a level of 7.95 mAOD and a Force 6 South Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 10:30 on 22/08/2020 with a level of 7.47 mAOD and a Force 6 West South Westerley wind. Tide times are local time and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth. Conditions may apply two hours either side of the high tide. Flooding to low lying roads, farmland is possible. Flooding is possible for the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. High tides are forecast to continue until Saturday evening 22/08/2020. Incident response staff are closing flood gates along coastal locations and we are monitoring the situation. Take care along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and strong winds can be hazardous. This message will be updated Saturday, 22/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 12:39
Severn Estuary
Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. The forecast high water is 21:30 on 12/03/20 with a level of 8.21 mAOD and a Force 7 West South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth gauge. The peak tide of this tidal cycle was Wednesday night, 11/03/20. Subsequent tides will be lower. Flooding to low lying roads and properties is possible. Consider installing property flood resilience equipment. Conditions may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Take care along beaches, roads and coastal footpaths. This message will be updated Friday 13/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 13:17
Severn Estuary
Low pressure will cause sea levels to be higher than forecast in tide tables. First forecast high water is 20:45 on 11/03/20 with a level of 8.56 mAOD and a Force 6 South Westerly wind. Second forecast high water is 09:00 on 12/03/20 with a level of 8.49 mAOD and a Force 6 West South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth, mAOD is height above average sea level. For more detail refer to local tide tables. Flooding is forecast at these times, but may apply one to two hours either side of the high tide. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Peak levels will be higher than the tide this morning, 11/03/20. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closing flood gates. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads and consider installing property flood resilience equipment. This message will be updated on 12/03/20.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:57
Severn Estuary
Sea spray overtopping is forecast along the coast as a result of high tides and strong winds. Forecast high water is 07:15 on 23/02/20 with a level of 7.12 mAOD and a Force 8 West South Westerly wind. All times are local and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth. 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 the Severn Estuary at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. We do not forecast the situation to deteriorate any further after this high tide.
Strong winds will cause tide levels to rise further.
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 see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated Sunday, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 15:38
Severn Estuary
Strong onshore winds and a large tidal surge are forecast. High water is at 21:15 on Tuesday 11th February and the forecast tide level is 8.00 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 Westerly. Tide times and levels refer to high water at Avonmouth. Spray overtopping of sea defences is possible around this time, however conditions may apply two to three hours either side of the high water. There is a possibility of flooding for the coastline at Oldbury-on-Severn, Northwick and Avonmouth. Strong onshore winds may cause tide levels to rise further. Our incident response staff will closely monitor the situation along this coastline. This message will be updated on Wednesday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:42
Severn Estuary
Strong onshore winds and a tidal surge are forecast. The first high water is at 18:30 on Monday 10th February and the forecast tide level is 8.01 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 Westerly. Tide times and levels refer to high water at Avonmouth. Spray overtopping of sea defences is possible around this time, however conditions may apply two to three hours either side of high water. There is a possibility of flooding for the coastline at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. No Flood Warnings are currently expected. Strong onshore winds may cause tide levels to rise further. Our incident response staff will closely monitor the situation along this coastline. This message will be updated on Monday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 15:48
Severn Estuary
Storm Ciara will bring strong onshore winds and a large tidal surge over the next few days. The first forecast high water is at 07:00 on Sunday 9th February and the forecast tide level is 7.14 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 South South Westerly. The second high water is at 17:30 on Sunday 9th February and the forecast tide level is 7.48 m AOD. The forecast wind is force 8 West South Westerly. Tide times and levels refer to high water at Avonmouth. Spray overtopping of sea defences is possible around this time, however conditions may apply two to three hours either side of the high tide. There is a possibility of flooding for the coastline at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Strong onshore winds may cause tide levels to rise further. Our incident response staff will closely monitor the situation along this coastline. This message will be updated on Monday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 15:06
Severn Estuary
Storm Ciara will bring strong onshore winds and a large tidal surge over the next few days. The first forecast high water is at 07:00 on Sunday 2nd February and the forecast tide level is 7.14 m AOD. The forecast wind is Force 6 South South Westerly. The second high water is at 17:30 on Sunday 2nd February and the forecast tide level is 7.43 m AOD. The forecast wind is force 7 West South West. Tide times and levels refer to high water at Avonmouth. Spray overtopping of sea defences is possible around this time, however conditions may apply two to three hours either side of the high tide. There is a possibility of flooding for the coastline at Severn Beach including New Passage and Pilning. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Strong onshore winds may cause tide levels to rise further. Our incident response staff will closely monitor the situation along this coastline. This message will be updated on Monday, or as the situation changes.