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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Dorset coast at Poole Harbour

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High tides this evening may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible from 6pm to 10pm on 04/11/25 

Areas most at risk include Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle. Further flooding is possible during on the 05/11/2025 morning high tide between 06:30am and 10:30am.

The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Poole Harbour. The first forecast high water of 1.33mAODN is at 20:12, which is 0.41 m above tide tables, with southernly force 6 winds. The second forecast high water is at 08:36 on the 5th of November with a level of 1.33mAODN with southernly force 6 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Avoid beaches and coastal promenades, which may be flooded . Don't put yourself or others at risk 

This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 05 November 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Poole Harbour and tidal stretches of the Lower Frome and River Piddle.

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