A Flood Alert was issued for South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head in Cornwall on 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the South Cornwall Coast.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Fowey at Trekeivesteps rose 0.17m, peaking at 0.77m, while the River Fowey at Wainsford climbed 0.15m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 2nd March 2026. Areas particularly at risk include low lying areas including Fore Street, Town Quay, Albert Quay and Caffa Mill Car park at Fowey, Quay Street and Recreation ground at Lostwithiel, Polperro Harbour, Quay Road and The Quay at Looe and the B3247 at Seaton. High tide at Plymouth on Monday morning is at 05:00, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.58mAOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be around 0.4m above tide table level. Strong force 5 southerly winds a
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trekeivesteps | River Fowey | +0.17m | 0.77m |
| Wainsford | River Fowey | +0.15m | 0.90m |
| Pillaton | River Lynher | +0.13m | 0.87m |
| Tideford | River Tiddy | +0.07m | 0.41m |