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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir

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High tides and forecast weather conditions tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, however property flooding is not expected.

The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point of 6.18 mAODN at 8:00 AM on 31/01/2025, with westerly force 4 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level). Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of this time. Areas most at risk include the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir.

Tides in this current Spring tide sequence peak on Sunday morning, however after the high tide on Friday morning the weather is more settled and no further flooding is expected.

Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk.

We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by midday on 31/01/2025, or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir.

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