Flood Alert Info - Climping Seafront
Area Description
Coastal areas of Climping.
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 6 Jan 2025 17:21
English Channel
Tuesday morning's tide at 04:30 on 07/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.47 m. The total forecast tide is 5.87 metres Chart Datum (2.82 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday afternoon's tide at 16:45 07/01/2025 is forecast to be 34 cm lower (2.48 mAOD). Each tide will then be lower for the following five days. No further coastal flood risk is expected later this week. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 07/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 16:21
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 03:30 on 06/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.55 m. The total forecast tide is 6.07 metres Chart Datum (3.02 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the seafront, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Monday afternoon's tide at 15:45 on 06/01/2025 is forecast to be 64 cm lower (2.38 mAOD). Tides increase on Tuesday morning, but flood impacts should reduce from Tuesday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the seafront or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 06/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 07:49
English Channel
Sunday afternoon's tide at 14:45 on 05/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.32 m. The total forecast tide is 5.77 metres Chart Datum (2.72 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach, and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday's early morning tide at 03:00 on 06/01/2025 is forecast to be 29 cm higher (3.01 mAOD). Minor flood impacts are again expected over Monday's early morning tide, with the potential to experience a little more flood water than recent days. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 05/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2025 16:51
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 03:00 am on 05/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.39 m. The total forecast tide is 6.02 metres Chart Datum (2.97 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Sunday afternoon's tide at 15:15 05/01/2025 is forecast to be 22 cm lower (2.75 mAOD), but wave heights will increase so further minimal flood impacts could again be possible Sunday afternoon and Monday morning. Flood risk should reduce by Monday afternoon on 06/01/2025. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on Sunday 05/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2025 16:05
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 00:30 on 02/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong North Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.42 m. The total forecast tide is 6.10 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land including Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Waves could cause overtopping of the beach. A small amount of water may then flow westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Thursday afternoon's tide at 12:45 02/01/2025 is forecast to be 29 cm lower (2.76 mAOD). No further flood impacts are expected. We continue to monitor the forecast and condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will remove this message by 10:00 on 02/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2024 18:08
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:15 on 01/01/2025 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.29 m. The total forecast tide is 5.92 metres Chart Datum (2.87 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Thursday's early morning tide at 00:30 02/01/2025 is forecast to be 12 cm higher (2.99 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Thursday 02/01/2025 at 00:30. We continue to monitor the forecast and beach condition at Climping.
Shingle can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 01/01/2025.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2024 15:20
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 02:00 on 19/12/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.67 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Thursday afternoon's tide at 14:15 19/12/2024 is forecast to be 41 cm lower (2.8 mAOD). Strong winds and large waves are forecast for the next five days. However, flood risk will reduce when tide levels fall from Thursday afternoon, through to next week. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access to the sea front could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 19/12/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2024 16:06
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 19/11/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.37 m. The total forecast tide is 6.19 metres Chart Datum (3.14 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday afternoon's tide at 13:15 (19/11/2024) is forecast to be 5 cm lower (3.09 mAOD). Similar impacts are expected during Tuesday afternoon's tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 19/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2024 14:41
English Channel
Monday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 18/11/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with light Easterly Force 3 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.31 m. The total forecast tide is 6.28 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:45 (19/11/2024) is forecast to be 17 cm lower (3.06 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected each high water until Tuesday 19/11/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 18/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2024 15:34
English Channel
Sunday afternoon's tide at 12:00 on 17/11/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with light North Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.18 m. The total forecast tide is 6.28 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday morning's early tide at 00:30 (18/11/2024) is forecast to be 17 cm lower (3.06 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected each high water until Tuesday 19/11/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 17/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2024 16:11
English Channel
Saturday morning's tide at 11:15 on 16/11/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 6.23 metres Chart Datum (3.18 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Saturday evening's tide at 23:30 (16/11/2024) is forecast to be 6 cm lower (3.12 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected each high water until Tuesday 19/11/2024. The highest tide ahead is forecast on Sunday 17/11/2024 (3.24 mAOD). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 16/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 18:24
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 21/10/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather decreases tide table values by 0.16 m. The total forecast tide is 5.77 metres Chart Datum (2.72 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Monday's afternoon tide at 14:45 21/10/2024 is forecast to be 3 cm higher (2.75 mAOD). With tides forecast to be lower as the week progresses, no further flood impacts are expected from Tuesday onwards. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 on 21/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 16:21
English Channel
Sunday afternoon's tide at 14:00 on 20/10/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.25 m. The total forecast tide is 6.38 metres Chart Datum (3.33 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Monday's early morning tide at 02:15 21/10/2024 is forecast to be 58 cm lower (2.75 mAOD). With tides next week forecast to be lower, no further flood impacts are expected from Monday onwards. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 on 20/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 17:05
English Channel
Saturday afternoon's tide at 13:15 on 19/10/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light North Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 6.31 metres Chart Datum (3.26 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Sunday's early morning tide at 01:45 20/10/2024 is forecast to be 4 cm lower (3.22 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected to continue until Monday 21/10/2024.The highest tide ahead is forecast at 14:00 on Sunday 20/10/2024 (3.34 mAOD). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 19/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 14:01
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 18/10/2024 will be higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Southerly Force 2 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 6.32 metres Chart Datum (3.27 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the seafront, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near properties and in Climping Street Car Park. Saturday's early morning tide at 00:45 on 19/10/2024 is forecast to be 5 cm lower (3.22 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected to continue until Monday 21/10/2024. The highest tide ahead is forecast on Sunday 20/10/2024 (3.3 mAOD). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the seafront, or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 18/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 12:40
English Channel
Thursday morning's tide at 11:45 on 17/10/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.13 m. The total forecast tide is 6.30 metres Chart Datum (3.25 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Thursday night's tide at 23:45 17/10/2024 is forecast to be 7 cm lower (3.18 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are expected to continue until Monday 21/10/2024. The highest tide ahead is forecast on Sunday 20/10/2024 (3.44 mAOD). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 17/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Oct 2024 11:55
English Channel
Wednesday morning's tide at 11:00 on 16/10/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.17 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Wednesday evening's tide at 23:30 16/10/2024 is forecast to be 4 cm higher (3.14 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Saturday 19/10/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 16/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 13:30
English Channel
Monday evening's tide at 23:15 on 30/09/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 5.48 metres Chart Datum (2.43 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday morning's tide at 11:30 on 01/10/2024 is forecast to be 36 cm higher (2.79 mAOD). Minimal flood impacts are possible Tuesday morning‚ but wave heights and flood risk should reduce from Wednesday 02/10/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 01/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2024 13:46
English Channel
Monday morning's tide at 11:00 on 30/09/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.34 m. The total forecast tide is 5.73 metres Chart Datum (2.68 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday evening's tide at 23:15 on 30/09/2024 is forecast to be 35 cm lower (2.33 mAOD). Minor flood impacts are predicted again‚ but should reduce from Wednesday (02/10/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 30/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 18:41
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 01:15 on 22/09/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light South Easterly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.08 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street car park and Mill Lane. Sunday afternoon's tide at 13:55 22/09/2024 is forecast to be the same height (3.16 mAOD). Similar minimal flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Sunday afternoon 22/09/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 22/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Sep 2024 16:59
English Channel
Saturday's early morning tide at 02:00 on 21/09/2024 is higher than normal. With light North Easterly Force 4 winds, the weather increases tide table values by 0.08 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street car park and Mill Lane. Saturday afternoon's tide at 14:15 21/09/2024 is forecast to be the same height (3.16 mAOD). Similar minimal flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Sunday afternoon 22/09/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 21/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Sep 2024 15:56
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 13:45 on 20/09/2024 is higher than normal. With light Easterly Force 4 winds, the weather decreases tide table values by 0.02 m. The total forecast tide is 6.20 metres Chart Datum (3.15 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Saturday's early morning tide at 02:00 21/09/2024 is forecast to be 1 cm lower (3.14 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Sunday afternoon 22/09/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 20/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Aug 2024 16:12
English Channel
Saturday's early morning tide at 03:00 on 24/08/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with light Southerly Force 2 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.17 m. The total forecast tide is 6.08 metres Chart Datum (3.03 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Saturday afternoon's tide at 15:45 on 24/08/2024 is forecast to be the same height (3.03 mAOD). Similar minor flood impacts are predicted again at each high tide‚ but should reduce from Sunday (25/08/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Take care if visiting Climping beach. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 24/08/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2024 15:10
English Channel
Friday's early morning tide at 02:30 on 23/08/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 6.22 metres Chart Datum (3.17 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Friday afternoon's tide at 14:45 on 23/08/2024 is forecast to be 5 cm lower (3.12 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are predicted to continue until Saturday 24/08/2024 for each high tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 23/08/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2024 14:59
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 22/08/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 6.10 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Thursday afternoon's tide at 14:00 on 22/08/2024 is forecast to be 4 cm higher (3.09 mAOD). Similar flood impacts are predicted to continue each high tide until Saturday 24/08/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 22/08/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Apr 2024 16:29
English Channel
Saturday's early morning tide at 03:00 on 13/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 2 winds. The total forecast tide is 5.67 metres Chart Datum (2.62 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Approximately 1m lower than Monday evening. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are possible. Water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park, Mill Lane and near residential property in Climping Street. Minor flood impacts could continue until Saturday 13/04/2024. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff are moving shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 12:00 on 13/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 16:37
English Channel
Friday's early morning tide at 02:30 on 12/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.19 metres Chart Datum (3.14 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Approximately 50cm lower than Monday evening. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. Water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park, Mill Lane and near residential property in Climping Street. Friday's afternoon tide at 15:00 on 12/04/2024 is forecast to be 20cm lower (2.74 mAOD). Similar minor flood impacts are expected again Friday afternoon. Minor flood impacts could continue until Saturday 13/04/2024. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff are moving shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 12/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 17:25
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 11/04/2024 is higher than normal, due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07m. The total forecast tide is 6.17 metres Chart Datum (3.12 mAOD) at Littlehampton, approximately 50cm lower than Monday evening. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. Water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park, Mill Lane and near residential property in Climping Street. Thursday's afternoon tide at 14:00 on 11/04/2024 is forecast to be 20cm lower (2.97 mAOD). Similar minor flood impacts are expected again Thursday afternoon. Minor flood impacts could continue until Saturday 13/04/2024. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff are moving shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 11/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 16:57
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 11/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 6.17 metres Chart Datum (3.12 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Approximately 50cm lower than Monday evening. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. Water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park, Mill Lane and near residential property in Climping Street. Thursday's afternoon tide at 14:00 on 11/04/2024 is forecast to be 20cm lower (2.97 mAOD). Similar minor flood impacts are expected again Thursday afternoon. Minor flood impacts could continue until Saturday 13/04/2024. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff are moving shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 11/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 14:06
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 10/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.19 m. The total forecast tide is 6.30 metres Chart Datum (3.25 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Approximately 40cm lower than Monday night. For 2 hours either side of high tide, flood impacts are expected. Water could find its way behind the beach and flow over nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park, Mill Lane, and affect properties on Climping Street. Water could flow through ditches and over fields towards Littlehampton. Wednesday's afternoon tide at 13:30 on 10/04/2024 is forecast to be very similar (3.31 mAOD). Flood impacts are expected again. Flood impacts could continue until Friday 12/04/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 10/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 13:44
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:30 on 09/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.7 m. The total forecast tide is 6.75 metres Chart Datum (3.70 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves will overtop the sea front. Water will flow westwards along Mill Lane and Climping Street (from the right of the East car park) ponding in Climping Street Car Park, near to properties, and in nearby land and fields. Large waves and flood impacts will still be possible Tuesday afternoon. However, Tuesday's tide at 12:30 on 09/04/2024 is forecast to be 50cm lower (3.17 mAOD). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Please take action to protect property on Climping Street at least 2 hours before high tide. Avoid visiting the sea front. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 09/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 13:48
English Channel
Sunday evening's tide at 23:30 on 07/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light South Westerly Force 4 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.31 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. Waves could cause a small amount of water to find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane, and near residential property in Climping Street. Monday's midday tide is forecast to be a very similar height (3.19 mAOD), with minor flood impacts. Tuesday's early morning tide is predicted to be higher (3.65 mAOD), and a small number of properties could be affected by flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 08/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Apr 2024 11:16
English Channel
Saturday evening's tide at 22:45 on 06/04/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.32 m. The total forecast tide is 5.97 metres Chart Datum (2.92 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. Waves could cause a small amount of water to find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane and near residential property in Climping Street. Sunday morning's tide at 11:00 07/04/2024 is forecast to be 10cm lower, and accompanied by slightly smaller waves. However, flood risk will continue until next weekend 13/04/2024, with Tuesday morning's tide the highest 3.36 mAOD. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 16:00 on 07/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2024 08:06
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 13:30 on 29/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.35 m. However, the total tide is still forecast to be 40cm lower than the maximum of recent days. The total forecast tide is 5.76 metres Chart Datum (2.71 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could affect land, fields, Climping Street Car Park, and may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park). Saturday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 30/03/2024 is forecast to be 5cm lower (2.65 mAOD), and accompanied by lighter winds. Despite strong winds returning next week, flood risk will be low for the next seven days. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 29/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 18:53
English Channel
Friday's early morning tide at 01:15 on 29/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.32 m. The total forecast tide is 5.89 metres Chart Datum (2.84 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. From Friday (29/03/2024) afternoon‚ the weather becomes more settled‚ so levels will reduce and no further impacts are expected. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. We will update this message by 18:00 on 29/03/2024
Flood Alert issued on 27 Mar 2024 17:47
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 00:45 on 28/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Easterly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.36 m. The total forecast tide is 5.99 metres Chart Datum (2.94 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Thursday's afternoon tide at 13:00 on 28/03/2024 is forecast to be 5cm higher (2.99 mAOD) and accompanied by Gale Force winds and large waves. Minor flood impacts are expected to continue each high water until Friday 29/03/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 28/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Mar 2024 16:53
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 27/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.45 m. The total forecast tide is 6.03 metres Chart Datum (2.98 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tide level will be a little elevated over the next 2 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Friday afternoon‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. We will update this message by 19:00 on 27/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 15:12
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 02:00 on 14/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Southerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.08 m. The total forecast tide is 6.13 metres Chart Datum (3.08 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Strong winds will return and moderate waves will continue. Thursday's afternoon tide at 14:00 on 14/03/2024 is forecast to be a similar height (3.10 mAOD), with minor flood impacts possible again. Tides then fall from Friday 15/03/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 14/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 16:30
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 01:15 on 13/03/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.09 m. The total forecast tide is 6.23 metres Chart Datum (3.18 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Strong winds and moderate waves will continue. Wednesday's afternoon tide at 13:30 on 13/03/2024 is forecast to be a little lower (3.02 mAOD), with tides on Thursday similar too, before tides fall from Thursday. Minimal flood impacts, similar to recent days, could be possible each high water until Thursday (14/03/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 13/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2024 13:11
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:30 on 12/03/2024 is higher than normal due to high astronomical tides and unsettled weather, with light Westerly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.08 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach, and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Light winds and small waves will continue. Tuesday's afternoon tide on 12/03/2024 is forecast to be a similar height (3.18 mAOD), with each tide after a little lower. Minimal flood impacts, similar to Saturday evening, could be possible each high water until Thursday (14/03/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 12/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 12:04
English Channel
Sunday evening's tide at 23:45 on 10/03/2024 is higher than normal due to high astronomical tides, with unsettled weather and light Westerly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 6.24 metres Chart Datum (3.19 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach, and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Light winds and small waves will continue. Monday's midday tide (11/03/2024) is forecast to be 3.10 mAOD. Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:30 (12/03/2024) is forecast to again be 3.20 mAOD, with each tide after a little lower. Minimal flood impacts, similar to Saturday evening, could be possible each high water until Thursday (14/03/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 11/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2024 11:31
English Channel
Saturday evening's tide at 23:00 on 09/03/2024 is higher than normal due to high astronomical tides, with unsettled weather and light South Easterly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.26 m. The total forecast tide is 6.13 metres Chart Datum (3.08 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields, including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Sunday morning's tide at 11:15 on 10/03/2024 is forecast to be 3.06 mAOD. Tides are forecast to be about 10cm higher on Sunday evening and Monday 11/03/2024, but still accompanied by light winds and small waves. Minimal flood impacts, similar to Saturday evening, could be possible each high water until Thursday (14/03/2024). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 10/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 18:19
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 14/02/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.27 m. The total forecast tide is 6.27 metres Chart Datum (3.22 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Wednesday afternoon's, and Thursday's early morning tide are forecast to be a little lower than recent days. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water until early Thursday morning. Wednesday's afternoon tide at 14:30 14/02/2024 is forecast to be 6.04 metres Chart Datum (2.99 mAOD) at Littlehampton. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 14/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 14:22
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 13/02/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light South Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.16 m. The total forecast tide is 6.24 metres Chart Datum (3.19 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Similar to Sunday afternoon's tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Each tide until Wednesday 14/02/2024 is currently forecast to be a very similar height. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water until Wednesday. Tuesday's afternoon tide at 14:00 13/02/2024 is forecast to be 6.11 metres Chart Datum (3.06 mAOD) at Littlehampton. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 13/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 15:39
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 12/02/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.18 m. The total forecast tide is 6.24 metres Chart Datum (3.19 mAOD) at Littlehampton. A few centimetres lower than Sunday's early morning tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Each tide until Wednesday 14/02/2024 is currently forecast to be a very similar height. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water until Wednesday. Monday's afternoon tide at 12:15 12/02/2024 is forecast to be 6.19 metres Chart Datum (3.14 mAOD) at Littlehampton. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 12/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 14:18
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 00:00 on 11/02/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.33 m. The total forecast tide is 6.28 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. A few centimetres higher than Saturday morning's tide. For 2 hours either side of each high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Each tide until Wednesday 14/02/2024 is currently forecast to be a very similar height. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water until Wednesday. Sunday's afternoon tide at 12:15 11/02/2024 is forecast to be 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 11/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 17:51
English Channel
Friday evening's tide at 23:15 on 09/02/2024 and Saturday morning's tide at 11:30 on 10/02/2024 will be higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with light Southerly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.37 m. The total forecast tide Friday evening is 6.14 metres Chart Datum (3.09 mAOD). The total forecast tide Saturday morning is 6.18 metres Chart Datum (3.13 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of each high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Each tide between Friday and Wednesday (14/02/2024) is forecast to be a very similar height, and all accompanied by moderate sized waves. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water until Wednesday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 10/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:02
English Channel
Friday morning's tide at 10:30 on 09/02/2024 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.53 m. The total forecast tide is 6.11 metres Chart Datum (3.06 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Each tide between Friday and Tuesday 13/02/2024 is forecast to be a very similar height, and all accompanied by moderate sized waves. Minor flood impacts are possible each high water between Friday and Tuesday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 09/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 15:39
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 01/01/2024 is similar to Sunday's afternoon tide. Both are higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Strong Southerly Force 8 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.20 m. The total forecast tide is 5.51 metres Chart Datum (2.46 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Wave heights will reduce from very large by Monday afternoon, but will remain bigger than normal through to Thursday 04/01/2024. Minimal flood impacts could again be possible over Tuesday's early morning tide, but flood impacts should be less than Sunday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 11:00 on 01/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 08:17
English Channel
Sunday's afternoon tide at 13:45 on 31/12/2023 is similar to Sunday's early morning tide. Both higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Strong Southerly Force 8 winds and very large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.20 m. The total forecast tide is 5.47 metres Chart Datum (2.42 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Wave heights will increase through to Sunday evening, before reducing by Monday afternoon. Similar minor flood impacts affecting Climping will occur over high water in the early hours of Monday 01/01/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 31/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 15:05
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 01:30 on 31/12/2023 is higher than normal, due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.26 m. The total forecast tide is 5.67 metres Chart Datum (2.62 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Wave heights will increase over Sunday afternoon's high water and will continue throughout Sunday, before reducing Monday afternoon. Similar minor flood impacts affecting Climping will occur over high water Sunday afternoon and in the early hours of Monday 01/01/2024. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 11:00 on 31/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 14:19
English Channel
Thursday afternoon's tide at 13:30 on 16/11/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong Northerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.41 m. The total forecast tide is 6.14 metres Chart Datum (3.09 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves will overtop the sea front. Water will flow westwards along Mill Lane and Climping Street (from the right of the East car park), ponding in Climping Street Car Park, near to properties, and in nearby land and fields. Tide heights are forecast to be lower from Friday onwards, which should generate less flood risk. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will remove this message by 20:00 on 16/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 18:49
English Channel
Tuesday morning's tide at 11:30 on 14/11/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.38 m. The total forecast tide is 6.19 metres Chart Datum (3.14 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Wednesday early morning's tide at 00:00 15/11/2023 should be 25cm lower. Flood risk reduces from Wednesday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping.
Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 14/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 19:40
English Channel
Monday morning's tide at 11:00 on 13/11/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.38 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Tide, wave and flood impacts are forecast to be similar for Tuesday morning's tide at 11:30 14/11/2023. Monday evening's tide should be 40cm lower. Flood risk reduces from Wednesday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 on 13/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 22:29
English Channel
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2023 16:14
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 02:30 on 03/10/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday afternoon's tide is predicted to be very similar (6.12 metres Chart Datum / 3.07 mAOD). Very minor flood impacts may occur again Tuesday afternoon. From Wednesday, tides fall by over half a metre and flood risk reduces. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 17:00 on 03/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2023 14:23
English Channel
Monday afternoon's tide at 14:15 on 02/10/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Easterly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 6.22 metres Chart Datum (3.17 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tide levels remain a little elevated over the next 2 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Wednesday‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 17:00 on 02/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2023 16:05
English Channel
Sunday's tides at 01:00 and 13:30 on 01/10/2023 and Monday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 02/10/2023 will all be very similar. Approximately 6.14 metres Chart Datum (3.09 mAOD) at Littlehampton. The wind and pressure is not expected to increase tide tables significantly. For 2 hours either side of each high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tide levels are a little higher than normal over the next three days. Monday's afternoon tide is predicted to be 15cm higher than Sunday's. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Tuesday‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 17:00 on 01/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 17:10
English Channel
Saturday afternoon's tide at 13:00 on 30/09/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light South Westerly Force 3 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.04 m. The total forecast tide is 6.23 metres Chart Datum (3.18 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tides remain a little elevated over the next 3 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Monday‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 17:00 on 30/09/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2023 08:56
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 12:00 on 29/09/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 6.20 metres Chart Datum (3.15 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tide is a little elevated over the next 3 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Monday‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 29/09/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2023 13:09
English Channel
Thursday evening's tide at 23:45 on 28/09/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.17 m. The total forecast tide is 6.09 metres Chart Datum (3.04 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. The tide levels are a little elevated and will be broadly similar over the next 4 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Monday 02/10/2023‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 29/09/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Aug 2023 06:12
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 4 Aug 2023 17:23
English Channel
Saturday afternoon's tide at 15:15 on 05/08/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 6.21 metres Chart Datum (3.16 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. From Sunday 06/08/2023‚ the weather becomes more settled‚ with smaller waves and lighter winds. Sunday's early morning tide is predicted to be 20cm lower and tide levels will fall towards neaps over the coming week. Flood risk will reduce and no further flood impacts are expected. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 05/08/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Aug 2023 08:43
English Channel
Thursday afternoon's tide at 13:30 on 03/08/2023 is forecast to be a little lower than recent high waters, but still higher than normal due to unsettled weather. The weather increases tide table values by 0.19 m. The total forecast tide is 6.17 metres Chart Datum (3.12 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Friday's early morning tide is predicted to be 20cm lower and accompanied by smaller waves. Flood risk should reduce over the week ahead. However, low pressure on Saturday could see the return of some larger waves and minimal flood risk again. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be moved by waves. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 03/08/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Aug 2023 16:58
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 03/08/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.08 metres Chart Datum (3.03 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves could overtop the sea front, with small amounts of water affecting land and fields, and possibly properties near Climping Street Car Park. Thursday's afternoon tide and waves are predicted to be similar to recent days, potentially again generating minor flood impacts. Friday's tides should be a little lower and accompanied by smaller waves. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 11:00 on 03/08/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Aug 2023 14:14
English Channel
Wednesday morning's tide at 11:30 on 02/08/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.44 m. The total forecast tide is 6.28 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves could overtop the sea front, with small amounts of water affecting land and fields, and possibly properties near Climping Street Car Park. Although conditions should ease slightly through Thursday (03/08/2023), similar water levels, waves and flood risk is forecast to remain through to the early hours of Friday (04/08/2023). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 02/08/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Mar 2023 11:19
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2023 08:40
English Channel
Friday's early morning tide at 00:45 on 10/03/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light South Westerly Force 4 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.50 m. The total forecast tide is 6.18 metres Chart Datum (3.13 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. Friday's afternoon tide is forecast to be 30 cm lower. Flood risk should then reduce through to next week, as tide levels fall through a neap cycle. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. We will remove this message by 11:00 on 10/03/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2023 14:37
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 00:15 on 09/03/2023 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather and moderate waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.49 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 meters Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. Waves could cause a small amount of overtopping of the beach. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. The tide levels are a little elevated over the next 2 days. Very similar conditions and flood impacts are expected on Friday's early morning tide at 01:00 10/03/2023, after which the weather improves. Where flood impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. We will update this message by 11:00 on 09/03/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2023 23:15
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 16:51
English Channel
Thursday’s early morning tide at 03:45 on 29/12/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.29 m. The total forecast tide is 5.84 metres Chart Datum (2.79 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Tide levels and waves are forecast to be smaller from Thursday afternoon, with only minimal flood impacts expected. However, very large waves could return Sunday morning 1/1/2023. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2022 16:37
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 15:15 on 28/12/22 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.42m. The total forecast tide is 5.95 metres Chart Datum (2.90 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane from the right of the East car park, towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Large waves, a similarly high tide and minor flood impacts are forecast early Thursday morning too. Waves will remain large all week but flood risk should reduce as tides fall by Friday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 28/12/22.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2022 12:28
English Channel
Flooding is possible in this area.
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Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2022 17:26
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2022 22:28
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 09:02
English Channel
Monday's afternoon tide at 14:15 on 28/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by recent high energy waves. Winds are light Westerly Force 4. The weather increases tide table values by 0.20 m. The total forecast tide is 5.82 metres Chart Datum (2.77 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday's afternoon tide is predicted to be 15cm lower, with lighter winds and slightly smaller waves. Minor flood impacts should reduce Tuesday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 28/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 18:25
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 02:00 on 28/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by recent high energy waves. Winds are light Westerly Force 4. The weather increases tide table values by 0.30 m. The total forecast tide is 6.01 metres Chart Datum (2.96 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday's afternoon tide is predicted to be 30cm lower. Minor flood impacts are expected until Tuesday (29/11/2022). We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 28/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 06:19
English Channel
Sunday's afternoon tide at 13:15 on 27/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by recent high energy waves. Winds are light South Westerly Force 4. The weather decreases tide table values by 0.05 m. The total forecast tide is 5.70 metres Chart Datum (2.65 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday's early morning tide is predicted to be 40cm higher. Minor flood impacts are expected until Tuesday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 19:00 on 27/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 15:42
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 27/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by Thursday's high energy waves. Winds are strong Southerly Force 6. Waves are large. The weather increases tide table values by 0.11 m. The total forecast tide is 5.96 metres Chart Datum (2.91 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Sunday's midday tide is predicted to be 30cm lower and accompanied by smaller waves. Minor flood impacts are expected until Monday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 27/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 08:19
English Channel
Saturday afternoon's tide at 12:45 on 26/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by Thursday's high energy waves. Winds are strong South Westerly Force 5. The weather increases tide table values by 0.12 m. The total forecast tide is 6.06 metres Chart Datum (3.01 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Sunday's early morning tide is forecast to be very similar, but with larger waves. Minor flood impacts are expected until Monday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 17:00 on 26/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 19:19
English Channel
Saturday's early morning tide at 00:15 on 26/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been impacted by high energy waves. Winds are light Westerly Force 3. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 6.01 metres Chart Datum (2.96 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Saturday's midday tide will be very similar and minor impacts should be expected again. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 26/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 16:49
English Channel
Saturday's early morning tide at 00:15 on 26/11/2022 may cause flooding, as the condition of the shingle beach has been severely impacted by high energy waves. Winds are light Westerly Force 3. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 6.01 metres Chart Datum (2.96 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Saturday midday tide will be very similar and minor impacts should be expected again. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. In order to reduce flood risk to property, our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 26/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 08:01
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 12:00 on 25/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 4 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.01 m. The total forecast tide is 6.02 metres Chart Datum (2.97 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. Water could find its way behind the beach, flow along Mill Lane towards residential property in Climping Street, and pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park. Both tides on Saturday are predicted to be similar to Friday's midday tide, but with lighter winds and slightly smaller waves. Minor flood impacts are possible Saturday, but should reduce Sunday as tides fall further. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Avoid visiting the sea front. We will update this message by 18:00 on 25/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 16:29
English Channel
Thursday evening's tide at 23:30 on 24/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.19 m. The total forecast tide is 6.13 metres Chart Datum (3.08 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves will overtop the sea front. Water will flow westwards along Mill Lane and Climping Street (from the right of the East car park) ponding in Climping Street Car Park, near to properties, and in nearby land and fields. A very similar tide and flood impacts are forecast for midday Friday. Winds are predicted to ease Friday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Our operations staff plan to work at the beach Friday morning. Please take action to protect property on Climping Street at least 2 hours before high tide. Avoid visiting the sea front. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:00 on 25/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 14:32
English Channel
Thursday evening's tide at 23:30 on 24/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.19 m. The total forecast tide is 6.13 metres Chart Datum (3.08 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. A very similar tide and minor flood impacts are forecast for midday Friday. Winds are predicted to ease Friday afternoon, generating only minimal flood impacts. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:00 on 25/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 08:18
English Channel
Thursday morning's tide at 11:15 on 24/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.12 m. The total forecast tide is 6.11 metres Chart Datum (3.06 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Thursday evening's tide is forecast to be very similar to Thursday morning's, with similar flood impacts. Friday morning's tide is predicted to be a little lower, with smaller waves. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 24/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 14:43
English Channel
Wednesday evening's tide at 22:45 on 23/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.02 metres Chart Datum (2.97 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minor flood impacts are expected. Waves could cause overtopping of the beach. A small amount of water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Similar tide levels and large waves are predicted Thursday morning and Thursday evening. Minor flood impacts are likely each tide until at least Friday. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 09:00 on 24/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 17:57
English Channel
Wednesday morning's tide at 10:30 on 23/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.21 m. The total forecast tide is 6.10 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street car park and Mill Lane. The tide level and wave heights are a little elevated over the next 3 days. This may cause some impacts at each high water until Saturday‚ but where impacts do occur‚ they will be very minor. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 23/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 14:13
English Channel
Tuesday morning's tide at 09:45 on 22/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 5 winds and very large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.25 m. The total forecast tide is 6.01 metres Chart Datum (2.96 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street car park. Similar tide levels and large waves are predicted for the rest of the week. Minor flood impacts similar to Tuesday will likely occur each tide until at least the weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street car park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 22/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 08:02
English Channel
Wednesday morning's tide at 11:30 on 09/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.17 m. The total forecast tide is 6.11 metres Chart Datum (3.06 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street car park. The tide very early Thursday morning is predicted to be 20cm lower than Wednesday. Flood risk should reduce from Thursday, falling further by the weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will remove this message by 19:00 on 09/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 14:22
English Channel
Tuesday evening's tide at 23:15 on 08/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.12 m. The total forecast tide is 5.99 metres Chart Datum (2.94 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Minor flood impacts are expected over Wednesday morning's tide too, peaking at 11:30 09/11/2022. From Thursday tides and waves are predicted to be smaller. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:00 on 09/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 07:57
English Channel
Tuesday morning's tide at 11:00 on 08/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 6.09 metres Chart Datum (3.04 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Very similar tide, weather and flood impact conditions are forecast Tuesday evening, and each tide through to Wednesday afternoon 09/11/2022. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 on 08/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 15:31
English Channel
Monday evening's tide at 22:45 on 07/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 Southerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.27 m. The total forecast tide is 6.06 metres Chart Datum (3.01 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Very similar tide, weather and flood impact conditions are forecast Tuesday morning, and each tide through to Wednesday 09/11/2022. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:00 on 08/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 16:12
English Channel
Monday morning's tide at 10:30 on 07/11/2022 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.16 metres Chart Datum (3.11 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Very similar tide, weather and flood impact conditions are forecast each tide through to Wednesday morning 09/11/2022. This may cause minor impacts at each high water. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 19:00 on 07/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:40
English Channel
Monday afternoon's tide at 14:00 on 21/02/22 is higher than normal due to Storm Franklin which brings strong North Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.4 m. The total forecast tide is 5.99 metres Chart Datum (2.94 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Which should be very similar to Monday’s early morning tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. A small amount of water will flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property. Tuesday’s early morning tide is forecast to be very similar again, but with slightly smaller waves. Tuesday’s afternoon tide and risk of flooding will be significantly lower. Our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest to reduce flood risk to property. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 21/02/22
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 16:40
English Channel
Monday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 21/02/2022 is higher than normal due to Storm Franklin which brings strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.34 m. The total forecast tide is 6.05 metres Chart Datum (3.00 mAOD) at Littlehampton. That is 20cm bigger than midday Sunday, and with larger waves. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Conditions and flood impacts are forecast to be very similar during Monday afternoon's tide, before improving Tuesday 22/02/2022. Our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest to reduce flood risk to property. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:30 on 21/02/2022
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:16
English Channel
Sunday afternoon's tide should be a little lower than early Sunday morning, but will be accompanied with Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. At 13:30 on 20/02/2022, the weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 5.86 metres Chart Datum (2.81 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday morning’s tide at 02:00 21/02/2022 is forecast to be 30cm higher, and with larger waves. Minor flood impacts will continue Monday. Conditions should improve Tuesday 22/02/2022. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest to reduce flood risk to property. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on 20/02/2022
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 16:37
English Channel
Sunday’s tides will be lower than recent days, but still accompanied by strong Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves. The unsettled weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide Sunday morning at 01:30 on 20/02/2022 is 5.86 metres Chart Datum (2.81 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Further minor flood impacts are expected until Monday, as strong winds and large waves are forecast to continue. Conditions should improve from Tuesday 22/02/2022. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Our operations staff have moved shingle to try and improve the beach crest to reduce flood risk to property. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 20/02/2022
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 17:01
English Channel
Saturday afternoon's tide at 13:15 on 19/02/2022 is forecast to be higher than normal and similar to Friday afternoon 18/02/2022. Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves increase tide table values by 0.55 m. The total forecast tide is 6.28 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves will overtop the sea front. Water will flow westwards along Mill Lane and Climping Street (from the right of the East car park) ponding in Climping Street Car Park, near to properties, and in nearby land and fields. Strong winds and large waves will continue over the weekend, albeit not as extreme. After Saturday, the next highest tide is forecast to be 20cm lower, on Monday afternoon. However, spray and minor flood impacts will continue this weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast and have staff on standby to check the condition of the beach at Climping. Please take action to protect property on Climping Street at least 2 hours before high tide. Avoid visiting the sea front. We will update this message by 20:00 on 19/02/2022
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 16:24
English Channel
Friday afternoon's tide at 12:15 on 18/02/2022 is higher than normal due to Storm Eunice which brings Severe Gale Force 9 Westerly winds and very large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.64 m. The total forecast tide is 6.31 metres Chart Datum (3.26 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, waves will overtop the sea front. Water will flow westwards along Mill Lane and Climping Street (from the right of the East car park) ponding in Climping Street car park, near to properties, and in nearby land and fields. Friday evening’s tide will be 50cm lower. However strong winds and large waves will continue over the weekend, albeit not as extreme. Saturday’s midday tide could see a return of minor flood impacts, when tide levels could be similar to midday Friday. We continue to monitor the forecast and have staff on standby to check the condition of the beach at Climping. Please take action to protect property on Climping Street at least 2 hours before high tide. Avoid visiting the sea front. We will update this message by 18:00 on 18/02/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2022 07:43
English Channel
Tuesday afternoon's tide at 12:15 on 04/01/2022 is higher than normal, with strong Northerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.31 m. The total forecast tide is 6.22 metres Chart Datum (3.17 mAOD) at Littlehampton, very similar to Tuesday morning's tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tides on Wednesday (05/01/2022) are forecast to be lower with smaller waves, so no further impacts are expected. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will remove this message by 16:00 on 04/01/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 13:32
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:00 on 04/01/2022 is higher than normal, with light South Westerly Force 2 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.19 m. The total forecast tide is 6.10 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton, very similar to Monday morning’s tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday’s afternoon tide at 12:06 on 04/01/2022 is forecast to be very similar and accompanied by strong winds and the same minor impacts. It is likely flood risk will reduce by Wednesday (05/01/2022). We will issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 09:00 on 04/01/2022
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2022 08:02
English Channel
Monday morning's tide at 11:30 on 03/01/2022 is higher than normal, with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.03 m. The total forecast tide is 5.95 metres Chart Datum (2.90 mAOD) at Littlehampton, very similar to Sunday evening's tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Tuesday morning's tide at 00:00 on 04/01/2022 is forecast to be very similar and accompanied by strong winds and the same minor impacts. It is likely flood risk will reduce by Wednesday (05/01/2022). We will issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 15:00 on 03/01/2022
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 13:31
English Channel
Sunday evening's tide at 23:00 on 02/01/2022 is higher than normal, with strong Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.23 m. The total forecast tide is 6.04 metres Chart Datum (2.99 mAOD) at Littlehampton, very similar to Sunday morning's tide. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Monday morning's tide at 11:30 on 03/01/2022 is forecast to be very similar and accompanied by strong winds and the same minor impacts. Wave heights are predicted to be smaller Tuesday (04/01/2022). It is likely flood risk will reduce by Wednesday (05/01/2022). We will issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 15:00 on 03/01/2022
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2022 13:21
English Channel
Sunday morning's tide at 10:45 on 02/01/2022 is higher than normal, with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.23 m. The total forecast tide is 6.09 metres Chart Datum (3.04 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. At 23:15 on 02/01/2022‚ the tide is similar. We will issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 14:00 on 02/01/2022
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2021 09:23
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 14:15 on 08/12/2021 may cause flooding, as the shingle beach has been affected by storm Barra. Winds are Gale Force 8 Westerly. Waves remain large, but not as large as Tuesday afternoon. Adjusting for the weather, the total tide is forecast to be 5.45 metres Chart Datum (2.40 mAOD) at Littlehampton, nearly a metre lower than Tuesday. For 2 hours either side of high tide, small amounts of water will flood land and fields at Climping beach. Waves will overtop the sea front, directing water westwards along Mill Lane towards properties on Climping Street. Water may pond near property and in Climping Street Car Park. Conditions are forecast to remain similar - generating similar minor impacts, until Friday, when winds should ease and wave heights reduce. We continue to monitor the forecast and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 18:00 on 08/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 14:26
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 01:45 on 08/12/2021 is forecast to be 30cm lower than Tuesday, but with much bigger waves and strong South Westerly Force 6 winds due to Storm Barra. The weather increases tide table values by 0.16 m. The total forecast tide is 6.09 metres Chart Datum (3.04 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, shallow water will flood land and fields at Climping. Waves will overtop the sea front. Water will pond in Climping Street Car Park and may flow westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Strong winds will continue until Thursday. However, wave heights, tide levels and flood risk should reduce from Wednesday afternoon. We continue to monitor the forecast. We recycled shingle in November and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking at the sea front or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 11:00 on 08/12/2021
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2021 16:21
English Channel
Tuesday afternoon's tide at 13:15 on 07/12/2021 is higher than normal due to Storm Barra, which brings Gale Force 8 Southerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.4 m. The total forecast tide is 6.40 metres Chart Datum (3.35 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, shallow water will affect land and fields at Climping beach. Water may pond in Climping Street Car Park and on Mill Lane. Waves overtopping the sea front could potentially direct water along Mill Lane (from the right of the east car park) towards properties on Climping Street. Wednesday morning's tide at 01:45 08/12/2021 is similar, but accompanied by very large waves. We expect more water to collect on land and in fields. We continue to monitor the forecast. We recycled shingle in November and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Avoid walking on the beach or parking at Climping Street Car Park. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 16:00 on 07/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2021 12:35
English Channel
Light winds and small waves with Friday evening's tide at 22:30 on 03/12/21 will generate minimal impacts. This message is issued for Saturday morning's tide at 10:45 on 04/12/21 which is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.14 m. The total forecast tide is 6.23 metres Chart Datum (3.18 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Strong winds will continue until Sunday, but minimal flood impacts are expected as Saturday evening's tide should be 25 cm lower than in the morning. We continue to monitor the forecast. We recycled shingle in November and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 14:00 on 04/12/21.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Dec 2021 16:30
English Channel
Friday morning's tide at 10:15 on 03/12/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.02 m. The total forecast tide is 6.00 metres Chart Datum (2.95 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, minimal flood impacts are expected. A small amount of water could find its way behind the beach and may pond on nearby land and fields including at Climping Street Car Park and Mill Lane. Friday evening's tide at 22:30 03/12/2021 is forecast to be 10cm higher, but accompanied by lighter winds and smaller waves. Saturday morning's tide at 10:45 04/12/2021 is forecast to be the highest of the week (3.19 mAOD) and again accompanied by strong winds. We continue to monitor the forecast. We recycled shingle in November and routinely check the condition of the beach at Climping. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 14:00 on 03/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2021 16:20
English Channel
Sunday afternoon's tide at 12:45 on 07/11/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong North Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.27 m. The total forecast tide is 6.41 metres Chart Datum (3.36 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. If the waves are a little larger than currently forecast, a small amount of water may then flow westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. After this tide‚ no further impacts are expected. Monday's tides are forecast to be at least 30cm lower and accompanied with lighter winds and smaller waves. We continue to monitor the forecast. We have recycled shingle at Climping in advance of this weekend. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 15:00 on 07/11/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 08:43
English Channel
Thursday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 21/10/2021 will be very similar, but slightly smaller than Wednesday evening's. Tides are higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Northerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.29 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park and could flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Tides on Friday are forecast to be 30cm lower, and with smaller waves so no further impacts are expected. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be moved by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 20:00 on Thursday 21/10/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 14:03
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 00:30 on 21/10/2021 will be very similar to Thursday afternoon's. Tides are higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Gale Force 8 Northerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.34 m. The total forecast tide is 6.11 metres Chart Datum (3.06 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park and could flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Tide conditions are forecast to be similar until Friday 22/10/2021. Thursday afternoon's tide is likely to be slightly (20cm) higher than Wednesday afternoon's. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 11:00 on 21/10/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2021 17:25
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:15 on 20/10/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.18 m. The total forecast tide is 6.03 metres Chart Datum (2.98 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide wave overtopping will affect the beach front. A very small amount of water may collect on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Tide conditions are forecast to be similar until Friday 22/10/2021, with Wednesday evening's tide likely to be slightly (20cm) higher than Wednesday afternoon's. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 14:00 on 20/10/2021
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2021 14:03
English Channel
Sunday's early morning tide at 00:00 on 14/03/2021 will be of similar height to Friday evening's and once again accompanied by strong Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.33 m. The total forecast tide is 6.04 metres Chart Datum (2.99 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. Water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Wave heights and flood risk are forecast to reduce Sunday. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 10:00 on 14/03/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2021 08:08
English Channel
Saturday morning's tide at 11:45 on 13/03/2021 will be 30 cm lower than Friday night's, but will still be accompanied by large waves and strong Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.05 m. The total forecast tide is 5.62 metres Chart Datum (2.57 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Saturday evening's tide will be as high as Friday evening's, but with slightly smaller waves. Minor flood impacts should be expected again Saturday evening. The large waves will continue to ease Sunday. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting Climping beach. We will update this message by 15:30 on 13/03/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 17:12
English Channel
Friday evening's tide at 23:30 on 12/03/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.37 m. The total forecast tide is 6.01 metres Chart Datum (2.96 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Conditions will be similar to Thursday evening. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach. Water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Small amounts of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Waves will remain large until Sunday afternoon, after which time, flood risk should reduce. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting. We will update this message by 09:30 on 13/03/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 07:50
English Channel
Friday morning's tide at 11:00 on 12/03/2021 will be 30 cm lower than Thursday evening's, but will still be accompanied by large waves and strong Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.17 m. The total forecast tide is 5.61 metres Chart Datum (2.56 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Large waves will continue until Saturday evening, and Friday evening's tide at 23:30 is forecast to be higher (2.96 mAOD). Minor impacts could affect a slightly larger area Friday evening. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting. We will update this message by 18:00 on 12/03/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 13:08
English Channel
Thursday evening's tide at 22:45 on 11/03/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.48 m. The total forecast tide is 5.97 metres Chart Datum (2.92 mAOD) at Littlehampton, about 60 cm higher than Thursday morning. For 2 hours either side of high tide, wave overtopping will affect the beach front. Water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane (from the right of the East car park) towards residential property in Climping Street. Small amounts of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. Conditions are forecast to be very similar Friday evening too, and slightly lower Friday morning. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting. We will update this message by 09:00 on 12/03/2021
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2021 17:56
English Channel
Thursday morning's tide at 10:15 on 11/03/2021 will be accompanied by unsettled weather, with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 5.33 metres Chart Datum (2.27 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, large waves will affect the beach. A small amount of water may pond on nearby land, fields and at Climping Street Car Park. High tides Thursday evening and Friday evening will be 60 cm higher than Thursday morning's which could cause small amounts of water to be directed westwards along Mill Lane towards residential property in Climping Street (from the right of the East car park). Impacts should remain minor. We will check and work to maintain the condition of the beach at low tide. Shingle and debris can be thrown by large waves. Access could be restricted during and after high tide. Take care if visiting. We will update this message by 15:30 on 11/03/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 12:13
English Channel
Tide heights will decrease by 10 cm each high water for the next two days. Strong South Westerly Force 5 to 6 winds will continue throughout Tuesday (02/02/2021), before easing on Wednesday (03/02/2021). Wave heights are still large and will increase on Tuesday evening, before decreasing on Thursday (04/02/2021). Shingle will still be moved and wave spray will affect sea front areas, particularly over the high tide periods (which are 14:30 on 02/02/2021, 03:00 and 15:15 on 03/02/2021). Small amounts of water may still potentially affect nearby fields, roads and beach top properties. However, the waves are not expected to run up the beach quite as much as they did on Monday. Please take care if visiting the sea front between Tuesday and Thursday. Large waves are very powerful and can contain hidden dangers such as flying debris. We will update this message by 12:00 on 03/02/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 19:10
English Channel
High energy waves experienced on Monday (01/02/2021) could persist into Tuesday (02/02/2021) and over the next high tide. Tuesday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 02/02/2021 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong Southerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 5.95 metres Chart Datum (2.90 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the high energy waves could run up the beach and affect Climping sea front. Water could flood nearby land and fields, and possibly Climping Street and car parks. Tide levels should be a little lower on Tuesday afternoon, with smaller waves and less impacts too. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. We will update this message by 14:00 on 02/02/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 14:26
English Channel
Sunday morning's tide at 09:30 on 27/12/2020 is higher than normal due to Storm Bella, which brings Gale Force 8 South Westerly winds and large waves, from Saturday evening. The weather increases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 5.32 metres Chart Datum (2.27 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, large waves could overtop Climping sea front. A small amount of water could affect Climping Street car park, Climping Street and nearby land and fields. Wave heights reduce Sunday, but tides will slowly increase to a set of Springs on Friday. We continue to monitor the forecast and will check beach condition at low tide, Sunday. If beach condition significantly deteriorates we could issue further flood alerts. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. We will update this message by 14:00 on 27/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 13:18
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:00 on 17/11/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 6.44 metres Chart Datum (3.39 mAOD) at Littlehampton, which is forecast to be very similar to Sunday's tides, but with slightly smaller waves. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. A small amount of water could affect Climping Street car park, Climping Street and nearby land and fields. Winds will remain strong for the rest of the week, but tide levels fall for 7 days from midday Tuesday and the risk of flooding will reduce. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park, access could be restricted. We will update this message by 14:00 on 17/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 12:23
English Channel
Unsettled weather with strong Force 6 westerly winds continue. The tides on Sunday evening (23:15 on 15/11/2020) and Monday morning (11:45 on 16/11/2020) will be similar to previous tides this weekend, but with larger waves. Sunday evening is forecast to be the higher of the next two tides, when the weather will increase tide table values by 0.16 m and the total forecast tide will be 5.99 metres Chart Datum (3.25 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of each high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. A small amount of water could affect Climping Street car park, Climping Street and nearby land and fields. From Monday afternoon, the tide levels and wave heights will begin to fall. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 14:00 on 16/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2020 14:07
English Channel
Unsettled weather with large waves and Southerly Force 7 winds continue. The tides on Saturday evening (22:30 on 14/11/2020) and Sunday morning (11:00 on 15/11/2020) will be similar to that seen on Saturday morning. Sunday morning is forecast to be the slightly higher of the next two tides, when the weather increases tide table values by 0.13 m and the total forecast tide will be 6.05 metres Chart Datum (3.31 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. A small amount of water could affect Climping Street car park, Climping Street and nearby land and fields. At 23:15 on Sunday (15/11/2020), the tide is similar. We will issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 13:00 on 15/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2020 17:59
English Channel
Saturday morning's tide at 10:15 on 14/11/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with Southerly Force 6 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.34 metres Chart Datum (3.29 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. A small amount of water could affect Climping Street car park, Climping Street and nearby land and fields. At 22:30 on 14/11/2020‚ the tide is similar. We'll issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast. Stormy seas are dangerous, be careful if visiting the exposed coast at South Terrace. Shingle can be contained and carried in waves and spray. Plan driving routes to avoid Quayside Road. We will update this message by 15:00 on 14/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2020 17:26
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 03:00 on 21/10/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Easterly Force 5 winds and moderate waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.04 m. The total forecast tide is 5.93 metres Chart Datum (2.88 mAOD) at Littlehampton, which is about 20cm lower than recent tides, but with slightly larger waves. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a very small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and collect in the car park, and on land and fields near Climping Street. Tide heights will reduce further for Wednesday afternoon's tide, and winds will ease from Wednesday evening (21/10/2020). We continue to monitor the forecast and will check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Please take care if walking along the coast at Climping over high water. We will update this message by 10:00 on 21/10/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2020 08:19
English Channel
Tuesday afternoon's tide at 14:30 on 20/10/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 5 winds and moderate waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.05 m. The total forecast tide is 6.14 metres Chart Datum (3.09 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a very small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and collect in the car park, and on land and fields near Climping Street. Weather conditions and flood impacts will be very similar again Tuesday night, but with slightly larger waves and a slightly lower tide. Wind strength and wave and tide heights will reduce from Wednesday evening (21/10/2020). We continue to monitor the forecast and will check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Please take care if walking along the coast at Climping over high water. We will update this message by 18:00 on 20/10/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2020 15:39
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 02:15 on 20/10/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 5 winds and moderate waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.07 m. The total forecast tide is 6.18 metres Chart Datum (3.13 mAOD) at Littlehampton, which is very similar to the tides of recent days. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a very small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and collect in the car park, and on land and fields near Climping Street. Weather conditions and flood impacts will be very similar again on Tuesday afternoon, but with a slightly lower tide. Wind strength and wave and tide heights will reduce from Wednesday (21/10/2020). We continue to monitor the forecast and will check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Please take care if walking along the coast at Climping over high water. We will update this message by 10:00 on 20/10/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2020 15:34
English Channel
Monday afternoon's tide at 13:45 on 19/10/2020 is higher than normal due to a phase of naturally occurring high tides with strong South Easterly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.02 m. The total forecast tide is 6.27 metres Chart Datum (3.22 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high tide, a very small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and collect in the car park, and on land and fields near Climping Street. Weather conditions will be very similar for the tides on Tuesday (20/10/2020), where impacts are also expected to remain minor. With slightly larger waves forecast for Tuesday, a little more movement of shingle and water in fields might occur. We continue to monitor the forecast and will check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Please take care if walking along the coast at Climping over high water. We will update this message by 17:00 on 19/10/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Aug 2020 08:31
English Channel
Saturday afternoon’s tide at 14:42 on 22/08/20 remains higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 south westerly winds. The weather reduces tide table values by 0.05m, but high waves are expected, giving a forecast tide of 6.35 metres Chart Datum (3.61 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water shingle movement and some minor overtopping may occur. This could affect Climping beach car parks, the private access road to the East of Climping Street and nearby land and fields. Property flooding is not expected. The beach condition remains fair and there will be less impact than on Friday afternoon (21/08/20). After this tide no further impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast, and will be on site during the high tide. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast during and after high tide. This message will be removed by 17:00 on 22/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 17:09
English Channel
Saturday morning’s tide at 02:11 on 22/08/20 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 south westerly winds. The weather reduces tide table values by 0.09m, but high waves are expected giving a forecast tide of 6.26 metres Chart Datum (3.52 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water there may be shingle movement and minor overtopping. This may affect Climping beach car parks, the private access road to the east of Climping Street and nearby land and fields. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be slightly less than the high tides on Friday (13:58 on 21/08/20). On Saturday lunchtime (14:42 on 22/08/20) the tide is forecast to be similar. We’ll issue further advice. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast during and after high tide. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 22/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Aug 2020 16:15
English Channel
Saturday morning’s tide at 02:11 on 22/08/20 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 south westerly winds. The weather reduces tide table values by 0.09m, but high waves are expected giving a forecast tide of 6.26 metres Chart Datum (3.52 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water there may be shingle movement and minor overtopping. This may affect Climping beach car parks, the private access road to the east of Climping Street and nearby land and fields. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be slightly less than the high tides on Friday (13:58 on 21/08/20). On Saturday lunchtime (14:42 on 22/08/20) the tide is forecast to be similar. We’ll issue further advice. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast during and after high tide. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 21/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 18:44
English Channel
Friday lunchtime’s tide at 13:58 on 21/08/20 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 winds.The weather increases tide table values by 0.19m giving a forecast tide of 6.64 metres Chart Datum (3.90 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water, it is possible that shingle movement and some very minor overtopping may occur. This may affect Climping beach car parks and the private access road to the east of Climping Street. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be similar to high tides seen throughout Thursday 20/08/20.Saturday morning tide (02:11 on 22/08/20) tides is forecast to be similar.We will issue further advice.We will continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions during the high tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast as access will be restricted during and after high tide.This message will be updated by 16:30 on 21/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 15:20
English Channel
The early morning Friday tide at 01:27 on 21/08/20 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.11m giving a forecast tide of 6.35 metres Chart Datum (3.61 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water, it is possible that shingle movement and some very minor overtopping may occur. This may affect Climping beach car parks and the private access road to the East of Climping Street. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be similar to Thursday lunchtime. Friday (13:58 on 21/08/20) tides are forecast to be higher. We’ll issue further advice. We will continue to monitor the forecast. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast as access will be restricted during and after high tide. This message will be updated by 19:00 on 20/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Aug 2020 08:56
English Channel
Thursday lunchtime’s tide at 13:15 on 20/08/19 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.02m giving a forecast tide of 6.27 metres Chart Datum (3.53 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water, it is possible that shingle movement and some very minor overtopping may occur. This may affect Climping beach car parks and the private access road to the East of Climping Street. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be similar to yesterday lunchtime. Early on Friday morning (01:27 on 21/08/20) tides are forecast to be higher. We will issue further advice. We will continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions during the high tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking and parking along the exposed coast as access will be restricted during and after high tide. This message will be updated by 16:30 on 20/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Aug 2020 15:54
English Channel
Thursday morning tide at 12:43am on 20/08/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.16 m. The total forecast tide is 6.63 metres Chart Datum (3.58 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water, it is possible that shingle movement and some very minor overtopping may occur. This may affect Climping beach car parks and the private access road to the east of Climping Street. Property flooding is not expected. Impacts will be similar to those observed today. On Thursday afternoon (13:15 on 20/08/2020) the tide is forecast to be of a similar magnitude and we will issue further advice. Our staff will be onsite checking the beach during the high tide on Thursday lunchtime. Please avoid walking or parking along the exposed coast as access may be restricted. We will update or remove this Flood Alert by 09:00 on 20/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Aug 2020 18:26
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 19/08/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Easterly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.11 m. The total forecast tide is 6.58 metres Chart Datum (3.53 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 1 hour either side of high water, it is possible that shingle movement and some very minor overtopping may occur. This may affect Climping beach car parks and the private access road to the east of Climping Street. Property flooding is not expected. In the early hours of Thursday morning (00:45 on 20/08/2020) the tide is forecast to be of a similar magnitude. We may issue further advice, once we have established the condition of the beach tomorrow lunchtime. Our staff will be on site checking the beach throughout the high tide period. Tomorrow, please avoid walking or parking along the exposed coast as access may be restricted. We will update or remove this Flood Alert by 16:00 on 19/08/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 17:09
English Channel
Friday’s tides at 01:45 and 14:00 13/3/2020 will be at least 10cm lower than experienced on Wednesday and Thursday. With wave heights increasing from Thursday night however, minor flood impacts may remain similar to recent days. The strong Force 7 Westerly winds will increase tide table values by 0.2m. The total forecast tide is 5.97 metres Chart Datum (3.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide will overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields and affect Climping Street car park and Climping Street. From Saturday 14/3/2020, we should see smaller wave heights, lower tides and less risk of flooding. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will likely be restricted during and after high tide. We will remove this message by 19:00 on 13/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:51
English Channel
Thursday afternoon's tide at 13:15 on 12/03/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather, with strong Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.47 m. The total forecast tide is 6.52 metres Chart Datum (3.47 mAOD) at Littlehampton, which is very similar to that seen Wednesday lunchtime 11/3/2020. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide will overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields and affect Climping Street car park and Climping Street. Tides Friday should be 20cm lower (but with large offshore waves Thursday night), with flood risk becoming very low from Saturday. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will likely be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 12/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 13:49
English Channel
Thursday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 12/03/2020 is forecast to be 15cm lower than Wednesday lunchtime 11/3/2020. The tide is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.22 m. The total forecast tide is 6.36 metres Chart Datum (3.31 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, a small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and affect nearby land and fields and possibly Climping Street too. The tide 13:00 Thursday 12/3/2020 will be higher, with similar impacts to 12:15 11/3/2020. Flood impacts should reduce from the weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access may be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:30 on 12/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 08:18
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 12:30 on 11/03/2020 could be 5cm higher than Tuesday night. The tide is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.45 m. The total forecast tide is 6.51 metres Chart Datum (3.46 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, a small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and affect nearby land and fields and possibly Climping Street too. The tide at 13:00 Thursday 12/3/2020 is forecast to be of similar height. Tonight's tide should be marginally lower. Flood risk will reduce from Friday. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access may be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 14:30 on 11/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 12:29
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 00:15 on 11/03/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.25 m. The total forecast tide is 6.35 metres Chart Datum (3.30 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, a small amount of water could overtop Climping sea front and affect nearby land and fields and possibly Climping Street too. Wednesday's tide at 12:30 11/3/2020 is predicted to be 5 cm higher, but with similar impacts which are expected to continue each tide until Friday 13/3/2020. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access may be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 09:30 on 11/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 14:42
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 01:00 on 26/02/2020 is a little higher than normal. Together with a reduced standard of protection in Climping, following Storms Ciara and Dennis, and moderate waves, minor flooding could occur. The weather increases tide table values by 0.43 m. The total forecast tide is 5.79 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, waves could overtop Climping sea front and find routes further in land. Small amounts of water will affect nearby land and fields, and may collect on Climping Street. Wednesday's afternoon tide at 13:00 26/2/2020 will be 40cm lower. Fewer impacts should occur, but water may still affect fields. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access may be restricted. We will update this message by 17:00 on 26/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 17:10
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:30 on 25/02/2020 is not particularly high, but minor flood impacts could still occur in Climping, as the standard of protection is lower than normal following Storms Ciara and Dennis. The weather decreases tide table values by 0.1 m. The total forecast tide is 5.54 metres Chart Datum (2.49 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, waves could overtop Climping sea front and find routes further in land. Small amounts of water will affect nearby land and fields, and may collect on Climping Street. Tuesday's afternoon tide at 12:30 25/2/2020 will be 40cm higher, but flood impacts are not expected to be significantly greater. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access may be restricted. We will update this message by 19:00 on 25/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 08:55
English Channel
The next two tides, Wednesday evening 19/2/2020 at 20:45 and Thursday morning 20/2/2020 at 09:00, have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 20:45 19/2/2020 unsettled weather with South Westerly Force 6 winds will increase tide table values by 0.2m. The total forecast tide is 4.83 metres Chart Datum (2.09 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Tides will be 6cm lower at the tide of 09:00. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will be increasing from Thursday 20/02/2020 and minor flood impacts may continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 11:00 on 20/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 18:16
English Channel
Wednesday's morning and evening tides at 08:00 and 20:45 on 19/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 20:45 unsettled weather with South Westerly Force 6 winds will increase tide table values by 0.2m. The total forecast tide is 4.72 metres Chart Datum (1.92 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Tides will be 6cm lower at 08:00. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will be increasing from Thursday 20/02/2020 and minor flood impacts may continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 11:00 on 19/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 18:51
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning and afternoon tides at 06:45 and 19:30 on 18/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 06:45 unsettled weather with Westerly Force 6 winds will increase tide table values by 0.3 m. The total forecast tide is 4.64 metres Chart Datum (1.90 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Tides will be 27 cm lower at 19:30. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will fall until Wednesday 19/02/2020 but flood impacts may continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach conditions at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 18/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:31
English Channel
Monday's early morning and afternoon tides at 05:30 and 18:00 on 17/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 05:30 unsettled weather with South Westerly Force 6 winds will increase tide table values by 0.2 m. The total forecast tide is 4.97 metres Chart Datum (2.23 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Tides will be 5 cm lower at 18:00. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will fall until Wednesday 19/02/2020 but flood impacts may continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 17/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 16:35
English Channel
Sunday's early morning and afternoon tides at 04:30 and 17:00 on 16/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 04:30 unsettled weather will bring strong South-Westerly Force 9 winds. The total forecast tide is 4.74 metres Chart Datum (2.00 mAOD) at Littlehampton. The 17:00 tide will be 34cm higher, but impacts are expected to be similar. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will fall until Wednesday 19/02/2020, but flood impacts may continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 20:00 on 16/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 15:59
English Channel
Saturday's early morning and afternoon tides at 03:30 and 16:00 on 15/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 16:00 unsettled weather with strong Southerly Force 7 winds will increase tide table values by 0.45 m. The total forecast tide is 5.51 metres Chart Datum (2.77 mAOD) at Littlehampton, and will be 40cm lower for the 03:30 tide. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will fall until Wednesday 19/02/2020, with the exception of Saturday afternoon due to Storm Dennis. Flood impacts will continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 15/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 15:04
English Channel
Friday's early morning and afternoon tides at 03:00 and 15:00 on 14/02/2020 have the potential to cause flood impacts. At 03:00 unsettled weather with light Westerly Force 4 winds will increase tide table values by 0.02 m. The total forecast tide is 5.91 metres Chart Datum (2.86 mAOD) at Littlehampton. 20cm lower at 15:00. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Tide heights will fall until Wednesday 19/02/2020, with the exception of Saturday afternoon as Storm Dennis approaches. Flood impacts will likely continue on each tide. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 14/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 15:58
English Channel
Thursday afternoon's tide at 14:15 on 13/02/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.3 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Flood impacts are probable over high tide 02:15 13/2/2020 as well. Tide heights will fall from Thursday evening 13/02/2020, but minor flood impacts may return with Storm Dennis at the weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast and may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 13/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 18:01
English Channel
Wednesday afternoon's tide at 13:30 on 12/02/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 5 winds. The weather increases tide table values by 0.15 m. The total forecast tide is 6.10 metres Chart Datum (3.05 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Water will flood nearby land and fields. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. Waves will be large Thursday afternoon 13/2/2020. Further stormy conditions are possible at the weekend. Flood impacts could continue until Friday 14/2/2020 at least. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 12/02/2020
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 15:23
English Channel
Wednesday's early morning tide at 01:30 on 12/02/2020 is higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong Westerly Force 7 winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.14 m. The total forecast tide is 6.19 metres Chart Datum (3.14 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, the tide could overtop Climping sea front. Ponded sea water will flood nearby land and fields, particularly to the east of Climping Street. Climping Street and Ferry Road will be impassable. The tide, wave conditions and flood impacts are similar until Thursday. We'll issue further advice. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. Avoid walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park. Access will be restricted during and after high tide. We will update this message by 18:00 on 11/02/2020 with information about the tide at 13:30 12/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:58
English Channel
Tuesday's early morning tide at 00:45 on 11/02/2020 is expected to be similar to Monday lunchtime's tide which caused significant damage to Climping beach and caused flooding of Climping Street. Force 8 winds and large waves will increase tide table values by 0.38 m. The total forecast tide is 6.38 metres Chart Datum (3.33 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For two hours either side of Monday night's high water, impacts are expected to be similar again, and there is a risk of property flooding on Climping Street. Ferry Road may also be impassable from 23:00. Although Tuesday lunchtime's tide is marginally smaller, there will still be a risk of further flooding. Large waves, high tides and the risk of flooding will persist until at least Thursday 13/02/2020. We are working with emergency partners to provide further assistance. Please take action to protect property 2 hours before high tide. We will update this message by 17:00 on 11/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 14:10
English Channel
Monday afternoon's tide at 12:00 on 10/02/2020 is higher than normal due to Storm Ciara which brings strong Force 6 westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.61 m. The total forecast tide is 6.53 metres Chart Datum (3.48 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, large waves will overtop Climping sea front. This will affect Climping Street and Climping Street Car Park. Ponded sea water will flood nearby land and fields. Strong winds, large waves and high tides are expected throughout Sunday 09/02/2020 and Monday 10/02/2020. High tides, large waves and the risk of flooding will remain similar until Thursday 13/02/2020. We will update this message by 19:00 on 10/02/2020 in advance of the high tide at 00:30 on 11/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 10:33
English Channel
Sunday evening's tide at 23:45 on 09/02/2020 is higher than normal due to Storm Ciara which brings strong force 7 westerly winds and large waves. The weather increases tide table values by 0.25 m. The total forecast tide is 6.15 metres Chart Datum (3.10 mAOD) at Littlehampton. For 2 hours either side of high water, large waves will overtop Climping sea front. This will affect Climping Street and Climping Street Car Park. Ponded sea water will flood nearby land and fields. Strong winds and large waves are expected throughout Sunday 09/02/2020 as Storm Ciara passes across the South East. At 12:00 on Monday 10/02/2020‚ the tide will be higher and could cause further flooding. We'll issue further advice in a few hours. We will update this message by 16:00 on 09/02/2020 in advance of the high tide at 12:00 on 10/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 13:57
English Channel
Sunday morning's tide at 11:15 on 09/02/2020 is higher than normal due to Storm Ciara which brings strong Force 9 winds and large waves. The weather decreases tide table values by 0.13 m. The total forecast tide is 5.67 metres Chart Datum (2.62 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Strong winds and large waves are expected during Sunday 9/2/2020 as Storm Ciara passes across the South East. High tides, large waves and the risk of flooding will remain similar until Thursday 13/2/2020. We continue to monitor the forecast. We may check the beach condition at low tide. Shingle will likely be moved by the high water and weather. void walking along the exposed coast and parking at Climping Car Park at high tide.We will update this message by 19:00 on 09/02/2020.