Flood warning for South Devon coast at Beesands, Torcross, Slapton and Dawlish
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High tides, strong winds and large waves are expected to cause flooding tomorrow morning.
Flooding is expected up to 3 hours either side of high tide on Wednesday morning.
Recent storms have increased the risk of wave overtopping at Torcross. Further hazardous conditions are forecast along this frontage. We advise avoiding exposed areas due to expected flooding and wave spray containing debris. The A379 Slapton Line beyond Torcross car park towards Dartmouth is closed.
Tidal forecasts are for high water at Exmouth at 07:30AM Wednesday 18 February, tide level 2.24mAOD, which is 0.27metre above tide table level. Strong force 6 easterly winds are forecast, with an offshore wave height of over 2.3m.
Coastal conditions should ease for Wednesday evening's high tide.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 18 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: Exposed coastal areas at Hallsands, Beesands, Torcross, Slapton, Blackpool Sands, Teignmouth Promenade and Dawlish.
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