A Flood Warning was issued for Irish Sea at New Brighton in Wirral on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Dovers Brook at Dovers Bridge rose 1.52m, peaking at 2.28m, while the Netherley Brook at Winster Drive climbed 1.35m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High tides are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 10:45 PM 24 October 2026. Locations most affected will be Marine Point Leisure and Retail Park. We anticipate the next high tide tomorrow afternoon, 25 October 2026, to meet the flood alert threshold. We are expecting higher than normal high tides over the next 2 days, and a result, we may issue further flood alerts and flood warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 9:30AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovers Bridge | Dovers Brook | +1.52m | 2.28m |
| Winster Drive | Netherley Brook | +1.35m | 1.92m |
| Kirkby | River Alt | +1.25m | 1.60m |
| Davis Road | River Birket | +1.06m | 2.32m |
| Dyers lane | Sandy Brook | +0.75m | 0.91m |
| Acton Lane | Arrowe Brook | +0.54m | 0.76m |
| Fornalls Bridge | River Birket | +0.42m | 0.91m |
| Greasby Road | Arrowe Brook | +0.40m | 0.64m |
| Chase Way, Ellesmere Port | Rivacre Brook | +0.38m | 0.55m |