A Flood Alert was issued for Somerset coast at Dunster Beaches, Blue Anchor, Steart, Stolford and Brean in North Somerset, Somerset on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bristol Channel.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Congresbury Yeo at Congresbury rose 0.50m, peaking at 6.03m, while the Congresbury Yeo at Iwood climbed 0.47m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 04:45 AM to 06:45 AM on 25/10/2026. Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk include coastal areas at Dunster Beaches, Blue Anchor, Steart, Stolford and Brean. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. The forecast high water is at 05:45 AM on 25/10/2026 with a level of 6.11 mAODN with westerly force 8 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea le
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congresbury | Congresbury Yeo | +0.50m | 6.03m |
| Iwood | Congresbury Yeo | +0.47m | 0.55m |
| Cheddar Gorge | Cheddar Yeo | +0.28m | 0.41m |
| North Drain | North Drain | +0.20m | 1.98m |
| Dunball | Kings Sedgemoor Drain | +0.13m | 2.68m |
| Cannington | Cannington Brook | +0.10m | 0.41m |
| Bradney | Kings Sedgemoor Drain | +0.09m | 2.67m |