A Flood Alert was issued for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir in Somerset between 14th and 15th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bristol Channel.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Hawkcombe Stream at Parsons Street rose 0.07m, peaking at 0.14m.
Environment Agency advice issued
The current sequence of high Spring tides continues this evening and may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around 21:45 on Saturday 15th 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 of 6.37 mAODN at 21:45 on 15/08/26, with North Westerly force 4 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) After the high tide at 21:45 on 15/8/26, t
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons Street | Hawkcombe Stream | +0.07m | 0.14m |