A Flood Alert was issued for Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston in Lancashire on 29th September 2026. Affected watercourses included the Wyre Estuary.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Wyre at St Michaels rose 0.50m, peaking at 0.82m, while the Cockers Dyke at Preesall Pumping Station, Cockers Dyke climbed 0.17m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from midnight on Tuesday night to 03:45 AM on 30/09/2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near the estuary. This includes Tiger's Tail, Wyre Dock, Burrow's Marsh, Burn Naze, Thornton, Trunnah, Stanah, Poulton-le-Fylde, Skippool, Hambleton, Cold Row, Little Singleton, Little Eccleston and Crow Woods. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 30 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Michaels | River Wyre | +0.50m | 0.82m |
| Preesall Pumping Station, Cockers Dyke | Cockers Dyke | +0.17m | 1.01m |