A Flood Alert was issued for South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren in Devon, Torbay on 22nd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the South Devon Coast.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Avon at Loddiswell rose 0.12m, peaking at 0.35m, while the River Harbourne at Harbertonford Bridge climbed 0.09m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides, strong winds and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 2 hours either side of high tide on Friday morning Areas particularly at risk include Torbay, Teignmouth, Beesands, Torcross, Slapton and Dawlish. The high tide at Exmouth on Friday is at 04:05 GMT, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 2.03mAOD, which is 0.81 metres above tide table level. Strong force 7 north easterly winds and offshore wave heights of over 2.5m are forecast over the high tide. Coastal conditions should ease for Friday evening
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loddiswell | River Avon | +0.12m | 0.35m |
| Harbertonford Bridge | River Harbourne | +0.09m | 0.36m |
| Palmers Dam | River Harbourne | +0.06m | 0.07m |