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Flood Alert: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir - 13th August 2026

📍 Somerset 🌊 Bristol Channel 📅 13 August 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir in Somerset on 13th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bristol Channel.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Hawkcombe Stream at Parsons Street rose 0.06m, peaking at 0.15m.

Environment Agency advice issued

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 o

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Parsons Street Hawkcombe Stream +0.06m 0.15m

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This report is automatically compiled from Environment Agency flood warning records and FloodRadar river-level monitoring data. Figures are observed gauge readings during the event period. This is a historical record, not a live warning — always check current flood warnings and gov.uk.