A Flood Alert was issued for Climping Seafront in West Sussex on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the English Channel.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Arun at Littlehampton rose 4.22m, peaking at 2.80m, while the River Arun at Arundel climbed 2.95m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides on Saturday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible for 2 hours either side of Saturday evening's tide at 23:00 on 24/10/2026. Storm Boelo could cause overtopping of the beach, affecting Climping Street Car Park. A small amount of water may then flow or be directed westwards along Mill Lane towards residential property in Climping Street. This event will increase tide table values by 0.26 m. Total forecast tide is 5.87 metres Chart Datum (2.82 mAOD) at Littlehampton. Strong Westerly Force 7 wind. Similar conditions will be experienced until 27th October. Sunday's tide at 11:15
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Littlehampton | River Arun | +4.22m | 2.80m |
| Arundel | River Arun | +2.95m | 2.57m |
| Houghton Bridge | River Arun | +1.96m | 2.32m |
| Ferring Outfall | River Arun | +1.60m | -1.86m |
| Chichester Tozer Way | River Lavant | +0.26m | 12.86m |
| Bognor | Aldingbourne Rife | +0.25m | 0.24m |
| Hardham | River Rother | +0.13m | 0.41m |