High tides today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 5.15am to 7.15am Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 9AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Greater London, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, WandsworthRiver Thames
Raised 19:12 yesterday
High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
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Flooding is possible from 02:15 AM to 06:15 AM on 12/09/2026.
The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.60 mAOD at 4:15 AM on 12/09/2026.
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Putney Embankment (SW15), Chiswick Mall and Strand on the Green (W4), Thames Bank at Mortlake (SW14), Ranelagh Drive (TW1), Friars Lane and Water Lane (TW9), Riverside and The Embankment at Twickenham, and the Towpath below Teddington Lock. Flooding of properties is not expected.
Astronomical tide levels are rising. The river flow at Teddington Weir is 6 cubic metres per second and is steady. We anticipate the flows to remain steady over the next few days.
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 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.
Tide levels will be high around the boat yard in Felixstowe Ferry hamlet at the end of Ferry Road, and along riverside areas in Woodbridge and Waldringfield, as well as in surrounding marshland. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.51mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Essex, SuffolkNorth Sea, River Orwell, River Deben
Raised 16:28 yesterday
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
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Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.
The flood gates at Felixstowe seafront will be closed. The waterfront at Pin Mill, and The Strand at Wherstead under the Orwell Bridge may be flooded. Water may be on the quay at Mistley. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.51mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flooding is possible between 12:45am and 2:45am overnight on Saturday 12th September.
Areas most at risk are Coalhouse Fort and car park, and the low lying land between the fort and Coalhouse Point. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Southend of 3.42mAODN at 1:45am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.25m above tide tables, wind force 3, south westerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.
Clacton Promenade, Lee-over-Sands and Brightlingsea sea front may see some wave overtopping and spray. The Strood at Mersea Island, Coast Road and car parks on the front at West Mersea, and the Hythe and Promenade at Maldon may be flooded. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.86mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.39m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
City of Bristol, North Somerset, South GloucestershireRiver Avon
Raised 14:41 yesterday
High tides over the next two days may lead to flooding.
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Flooding is possible from 7:30PM to 9:30PM on 11/09, from 08:00am to 10:00am and from 08:00PM to 10:00PM on 12/09.
Areas most at risk include the tidal River Avon from Sea Mills to Conham in Bristol and between the Avonmouth Bridge and Shirehampton Park including Pill and Shirehampton. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth Portbury. The first forecast high water of 7.42 mAODN is at 8:30PM 11/09, which is 0.14 m above tide tables, with Westerly force 4 winds. The second forecast high water is at 09:00AM 12/09 with a level of 7.4 mAODN with South-Westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.)
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 1:35PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and PooleEnglish Channel
Raised 11:41 yesterday
High tides today may lead to flooding.
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Flooding is possible from 7:30pm and 11:45pm on 11/09/2026.
The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Christchurch Harbour of 1.20mAODN at 9:45PM, 11th September 2026, with force 3 North Westerly winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.).
We are closely monitoring the situation No operational flood gates will need be closed for this tide.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
We are entering a sequence of Spring tides that may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around 06:45 on Friday 11th September. Flooding is forecast to affect locations at Porlock Bay, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir. The first high tide is at 06:45 on Friday with a peak height of 6.12m and a F4 north westerly wind. The second high tide is at 19:00 on Friday with a peak height of 6.37m and a F4 westerly wind
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 12:19PM on 10 September 2026 or as the situation changes.
Continued high groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible.
Groundwater levels are falling at our Hodcott borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. Groundwater levels are expected to fall slowly over the coming weeks in response to a period of more settled weather. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Get Flood Warnings' site on gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 4PM on the 5 May 2026, or as the situation changes.
Continued high groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible.
Groundwater levels are high but slowly declining at our Hodcott borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. Groundwater levels are expected to continue slowly falling over the coming weeks in response to a period of more settled weather. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Get Flood Warnings' site on gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 4 PM, on the 28 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Continued high groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible.
Groundwater levels are high but slowly declining at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. We expect levels to remain high over the next few weeks and levels will remain sensitive to further sustained rainfall. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed.
Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Get Flood Warnings' site on gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 4 PM, on the 21 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Continued high groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible. Groundwater levels are now at the point where properties may be impacted.
Groundwater levels are falling very gradually at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. The groundwater level remains higher than normal for this time of year. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Get Flood Warnings' site on gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 4 PM, on the 14 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible. Groundwater levels are now at the point that properties may be impacted.
Groundwater levels have started to slowly decline at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. The groundwater level remains higher than normal for this time of year. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others.
This message will be updated by 12 PM, on the 7 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible. Groundwater levels are now at the point that properties may be impacted.
Groundwater levels have stabilised at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time of year. We expect levels to stay high for some time before a slow decline. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to consider property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others.
This message will be updated by 12:00 PM, on the 31 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible. Groundwater levels are now at the point that properties may be impacted.
Groundwater levels are rising very slowly at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time of year. We expect levels to continue rising slowly over the coming days. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others.
This message will be updated by 12:00PM on the 24 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding of low-lying areas and roads is possible. Groundwater levels are now at the point that properties may be impacted.
Groundwater levels are continuing to rise at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time of year. We expect levels to continue rising slowly over the coming days. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others.
This message will be updated by 12 PM, on the 17 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Groundwater levels are continuing to rise at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne where flooding of low-lying areas roads is possible. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time and flooding is possible. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. This message will be updated by 12:00PM, on the 10 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Groundwater levels are continuing to rise at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne where flooding of low-lying areas roads is possible. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time and flooding is possible. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Take particular care when driving through flood water both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. This message will be updated by 12:00PM, on the 10 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
High groundwater levels may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible
Groundwater levels are high at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne where flooding of low-lying areas roads is possible. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time of year at this location and is continuing to rise. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take particular care when driving both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others .
This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 03 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
What the three levels mean
Flood alert
Flooding is possible. Be prepared. Keep an eye on local river levels and forecasts, and get ready to move valuables and put flood protection in place.
Flood warning
Flooding is expected. Immediate action required. Move family, pets and valuables to safety, turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to, and put flood protection in place.
Severe flood warning
Severe flooding. Danger to life. Stay in a safe place with a means of escape, and follow the advice of the emergency services. Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.
Where this comes from. Warnings in force are the Environment Agency’s own, which we check every 15 minutes. They cover England only: for Wales see Natural Resources Wales, for Scotland SEPA Floodline, and for Northern Ireland nidirect.
The history is the Environment Agency’s record of every warning raised since 2006, which it publishes each quarter, joined to the warnings we have recorded live since. Each count is one warning or alert raised for one area; a warning that was later updated counts once. When a warning is removed that is not counted as a new warning. An area with no warnings on record can still flood.