A Flood Alert was issued for Somerset coast at Porlock Weir in Somerset on 23rd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bristol Channel.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Barle at Simonsbath rose 0.62m, peaking at 1.01m, while the River Exe at Exford climbed 0.47m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides over the next three days may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 3:30PM to 5:30PM on Friday 23rd October and from 4:30PM to 6:30PM on Saturday 24th October. High tides, strong winds and large waves may lead to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible around the high tides this afternoon, 23/10/2026, and tomorrow Afternoon. Areas most at risk include the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point, including Porlock Weir. The detailed tidal forecast, is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. The first forecast high water is at 4:30 PM on 23/10/2026, with
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simonsbath | River Barle | +0.62m | 1.01m |
| Exford | River Exe | +0.47m | 0.90m |
| Brendon | East Lyn River | +0.27m | 1.64m |
| Barbrook Bridge | West Lyn River | +0.16m | 0.38m |
| Beggearn Huish | Washford River | +0.16m | 0.32m |
| West Luccombe | Horner Water | +0.15m | 0.22m |
| Luxborough | Washford River | +0.15m | 0.21m |
| Parsons Street | Hawkcombe Stream | +0.08m | 0.34m |