Flood alert for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir
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High tides this evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible around 20:15 on Thursday 13th August and 08:45 on Friday 14th August.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations at Porlock Bay, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley. The first forecast high water of 6.38 mAODN is at 20:15 on 13/08/26 with Westerly force 6 winds. The second forecast high water is at 08:45 on 14/08/26 with a level of 6.19 mAODN with Westerly force 4 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.)
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message for future tides if needed.
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 12:00AM on 14 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir.
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