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Flood Alert: West coast of Dorset - October 2026

📍 Dorset Council 🌊 English Channel 📅 25 October 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for West coast of Dorset in Dorset Council between 23rd and 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the English Channel.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Bride at Burton Bradstock rose 0.87m, peaking at 1.10m, while the Mangerton Brook at Powerstock climbed 0.29m.

Environment Agency advice issued

There is no longer a threat of flooding. The previous tide of concern has now passed, the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Burton Bradstock River Bride +0.87m 1.10m
Powerstock Mangerton Brook +0.29m 0.38m
East Bridge Bridport River Asker +0.26m 0.41m
Jessop Avenue Bridport River Asker +0.20m 0.32m

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.