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Flood Alert: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir - 10th September 2026

📍 Somerset 🌊 Bristol Channel 📅 10 September 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir in Somerset on 10th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bristol Channel.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Washford River at Beggearn Huish rose 0.15m, peaking at 0.15m.

Environment Agency advice issued

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.  Flooding is possible Around high tide  We are entering a sequence of Spring tides that may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around 06:45 on Friday 11th September. 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 first high tide is at 06:45 on Friday with a peak height of 6.12m and a F4 north westerly wind. The second high tide is at 19:00 on Friday with a peak height of 6

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Beggearn Huish Washford River +0.15m 0.15m

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.