Flood Warning Info - Lancashire coastline at Sunderland, around Sunderland Point, Bazil Point and Potts Corner
Area Description
Oxcliffe Hill Farm, Heaton, Bazil Point, Sunderland Point, Sunderland Brows Farm and Alderley Bank.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2024 17:40
Irish Sea
Storm Ashley bringing strong winds, large waves and spray overtopping on the coast is expected to cause flooding overnight.
Highest tide level is expected at 2:15 AM on 21/10/2024. Flooding is possible several hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
After the high tide overnight‚ 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.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Oct 2024 16:19
Irish Sea
Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding later tonight.
The next highest tide level is at 12:42 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
The following tide at 13:05 PM on Saturday 19/10/2024 is not expected to reach flood warning level. Consecutive tides over the next 3 days may cause flooding.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Oct 2024 07:49
Irish Sea
Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding later tonight.
The next highest tide level is at 12:25 PM on Friday 18/10/2024. This tide will not reach flood warning level, however the tide at 12:42 AM on 19/10/2024 is expected to reach flood warning level. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Consecutive tides over the next 3 days may cause flooding.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Oct 2024 15:57
Irish Sea
Higher than normal tides are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Highest tide level is expected to be at 11:59 PM on Thursday 17/10/2024. Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
The lunchtime tide on 18/10/2024 is not expected to reach flood warning level, however the tide at 12:42 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024 is also expected to reach flood warning level.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Aug 2024 15:43
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Highest tide level is expected to be at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park at 2:15 AM on 23/08/2024. Flooding is possible 3 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Consider activating any property flood protection products in these areas.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in these areas as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 23/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Aug 2024 16:05
Irish Sea
High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Highest tide level is expected to be at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park at 1:30 AM on 22/08/2024. Flooding is possible 3 hours either side of this time.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
We do not expect to see similar impacts from the high tide tomorrow afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Consider activating any property flood protection products in these areas.
Stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads in these areas as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 22/08/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Apr 2024 15:33
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to strong winds and the high tide forecast at 1:30 AM on Thursday 11/04/2024.
Flooding is expected at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park between 12:30 AM and 2:30 AM on 11/04/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this warning if necessary in time for the high tide at lunchtime on Thursday.
Consider activating property flood protection products.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:57
Irish Sea
Strong winds will coincide with the high spring tide at 13:00 today (Wednesday 10/04/2024).
Flooding is expected between 12:00 and 14:00.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Residents are urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
This warning may remain in force for the high tide at 01:30 on Thursday 11/04/2024.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Apr 2024 17:05
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning remains in force as flooding is expected between 11:15 AM and 1:15 PM on Wednesday 10/04/2024 as strong winds will coincide with the high spring tide at midday.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Tonight’s high tide on Tuesday 09/04/2024 is not expected to reach Flood Warning or Alert levels
Residents are strongly urged to take action. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Higher than normal tides are expected until Thursday 11/04/2024. Further alerts or warnings may be issued.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Apr 2024 08:03
Irish Sea
Strong north-westerly winds will coincide with the high spring tide at midday today (Tuesday 09/04/2024).
Flooding is expected between 11:00 and 13:00. Large waves and sea spray is expected on open sections of coast.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Higher than normal tides are expected until Thursday 11/04/2024. Further alerts or warnings may be issued.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Mar 2024 07:20
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 1:00 PM on 13/03/2024.
Flooding is expected at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park at 1:00pm on 13/03/2024.Flooding is possible two hours either side of this time.
The next high tide is expected to be higher than normal and may result in us issuing a further alert.
We are closing locks and flood gates in the area.
Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Mar 2024 15:58
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 12:30 PM on 12/03/2024.
Flooding is expected at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park at 12:30pm on 12/03/2024. Flooding is possible two hours either side of this time.
The high tide at 1:00 AM on 13/03/2024 is expected to reach flood alert level. The tide at 1:00 PM on 13/03/2024 is expected to reach flood warning level.
We are closing locks and flood gates in the area.
Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 7:30 am on 13/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Mar 2024 07:02
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 12:30 PM on 12/03/2024.
Flooding is expected at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park at 12:30pm on 12/03/2024.Flooding is possible two hours either side of this time.
The high tide at 1:00 AM on 13/03/24 is expected to reach flood alert level. The tide at 1:00 PM on 13/03/24 is expected to reach flood warning level.
We are closing locks and flood gates in the area.
Please stay away from beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as the expected large waves and sea spray will be dangerous.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 08:21
Irish Sea
This Flood Warning has been issued due to the high tide forecast at 13:00 PM on Monday 12/02/2024.
Flooding is expected at Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM on 12/02/2024.
Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast.
We are expecting higher than normal tides over the next 2 days and as a result we are likely to issue further alerts and maybe warnings.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. Consider activating any property flood protection products.
We will update this message by 5 PM on Monday 12 February.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Sep 2023 18:07
Irish Sea
This flood warning has been issued as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest overnight on 01/10/2023.
Areas most at risk include Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park, from 12:45 AM on 01/10/2023. 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 levels closely.
Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences.
Consider activating any property flood plans.
Plan driving routes around coastal roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 01/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Mar 2023 23:51
Irish Sea
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.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2020 15:05
Irish Sea
High still water levels and a minor surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest at 23:00 today, 15/11/20. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply one hour either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Coastal conditions are expected to reduce with the following high tide at 11:30 tomorrow, 16/11/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near the coast and estuary.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2020 08:10
Irish Sea
High still water levels and a minor surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest at 10:45 today, 15/11/20. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply one hour either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Coastal conditions are expected to continue with the following high tide at 23:00 on 15/11/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near the coast and estuary.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 15/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Nov 2020 15:42
Irish Sea
High still water level and a minor surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest at 22:15 today, 14/11/20. Flooding to properties, roads and farmland is expected at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Coastal conditions are expected to continue with the following high tide at 10:45 on 15/11/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing locks and flood gates.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near the coast and estuary.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Oct 2020 16:27
Irish Sea
High still water level is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected between 00:15 and 02:15 early tomorrow morning, Monday, 19/10/20. Flooding is expected to affect Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tides on Tuesday 20/10/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Mar 2020 09:15
Irish Sea
A large tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds.
Tides will be at their highest between 12:00 and 14:00 today, 12/03/20 Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas affected are Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Further warnings are currently forecast to be issued for subsequent high tides. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 12/03/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Mar 2020 15:13
Irish Sea
A large tidal surge is expected to affect the foreshore as a result of high spring tides and strong winds. Tides will be at their highest between 23:00 on 11/03/20 and 01:00 on 12/03/20 Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times, however conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Areas affected are Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park.
Further warnings are currently forecast to be issued for subsequent high tides. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Mar 2020 07:41
Irish Sea
A high spring tide with Force 5 Southwesterly winds is expected to affect the foreshore. Tides will be at their highest between 11:00 and 13:00 today, 11/03/20. Flooding to roads and farmland is possible at these times. Conditions may apply two to four hours either side of the high tide. Flooding is expected to affect Lancaster Road from Oxcliffe Hill Farm to Heaton Bottom Road, Heaton and Bazil Point. Sunderland Brows Farm, Sunderland Point, First and Second Terrace, Alderley Bank, Potts Corner and Shorefields House and Caravan Park. Coastal conditions are expected to continue until after the high tide at 12:24 on 11/03/20 at Sunderland Point. The next high tide is also expected to reach the Flood Warning threshold. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.