Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:Tidal Thames riverside from the Thames Barrier to Putney BridgeTidal Thames riverside from the Thames Barrier to Putney Bridge
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:17:24 BST Friday 9 October17:24 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:17:24 BST Friday 9 October17:24 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 01:00 AM to 03:00 AM on Saturday 10th October.
The forecast high tide at London Bridge is 4.50 mAOD at 02:00 AM on 10/10/2026.

We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Custom House (EC3R), Narrow Street (E14), Mayflower and Angel pubs (SE16), Royal Naval College riverfront, the Almshouse Slipway at Crane Street (SE10), Bankside by the Tate Modern (SE1), and Three Mill Island (E3). Flooding of properties is not expected.

Astronomical tide levels are rising. The river flow at Teddington Weir is 4 cubic metres per second and is steady. We anticipate the flows to remain steady for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirTidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir

Active WarningACTIVE
Started:17:13 BST Friday 9 October17:13 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:17:13 BST Friday 9 October17:13 (BST) Fri 9 Oct

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 02:15 AM to 04:15 AM on Saturday 10th October.
The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.70 mAOD at 03:15 AM on 10/10/2026.

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 4 cubic metres per second and is steady. We anticipate the flows to remain steady for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:Somerset coast at Porlock WeirSomerset coast at Porlock Weir
Active WarningACTIVE

Started:16:34 BST Friday 9 October16:34 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:16:34 BST Friday 9 October16:34 (BST) Fri 9 Oct

High tides tomorrow evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 17:30 to 19:30 on 10/10/2026
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 highest tide is at 18:30 on Saturday 10/10/2026 with a peak height of 6.19m and a F5 westerly wind.
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 Sunday 11 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and KilnseaNorth Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:15:37 BST Friday 9 October15:37 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:15:37 BST Friday 9 October15:37 (BST) Fri 9 Oct

High tides, strong winds and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 04:45 to 08:15 on Saturday, 10/10/2026.
Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths along the North Sea coast from Mappleton to Spurn Point.
Unsettled coastal conditions are forecast to remain for the high tide on Sunday morning and we will re-issue this alert if required.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00PM on Friday 09 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Suffolk coast from Lowestoft to BawdseyThe Suffolk coast from Lowestoft to Bawdsey
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:43 BST Friday 9 October14:43 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:43 BST Friday 9 October14:43 (BST) Fri 9 Oct

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 8:30am to 10:30am on Saturday 10th October.
We expect to see high water levels in Lake Lothing in Lowestoft, as well as high sea levels along the Suffolk Coast, impacting on beach access points. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Lowestoft of 1.72 mAODN at 9:30am on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.51m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. No further high tides are currently expected over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Suffolk coast at SouthwoldThe Suffolk coast at Southwold
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:38 BST Friday 9 October14:38 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:38 BST Friday 9 October14:38 (BST) Fri 9 Oct

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 8:30am to 10:30am on Saturday 10th October.
We expect high tide levels at the harbourside in Southwold. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Lowestoft of 1.72 mAODN at 9:30am on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.51m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. No further high tides are currently expected over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Essex coast from St Peters Flat to and including Shoeburyness and the Crouch and Roach estuariesThe Essex coast from St Peters Flat to and including Shoeburyness and the Crouch and Roach estuaries
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:33 BST Friday 9 October14:33 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:33 BST Friday 9 October14:33 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 11pm on Friday 9th October through to 1am on Saturday 10th October.
Tide levels will be high at Battlesbridge and Hullbridge riversides. Creeksea Ferry Road onto Wallasea Island may be flooded. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.90 mAODN at 12am on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.48m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. Tides will remain high over the next couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Essex coast at Coalhouse FortThe Essex coast at Coalhouse Fort
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:32 BST Friday 9 October14:32 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:32 BST Friday 9 October14:32 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 11:30pm Friday 9th October through to 1:30am on Saturday 10th October.
Locations most affected will be 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 3.55 mAODN at 12:30am, on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.56m above tide tables, Wind Force 5, Westerly. No further high tides are expected over the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuariesThe Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:25 BST Friday 9 October14:25 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:25 BST Friday 9 October14:25 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on consecutive tides from 11pm on Friday 9th October through to 1am on Saturday 10th October.
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 2.90 mAODN at 12am, on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.48m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. Tides will remain high over the next couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuariesThe Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:21 BST Friday 9 October14:21 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:21 BST Friday 9 October14:21 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on consecutive tides from 11pm on Friday 9th October through to 1am on Saturday 10th October.
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 2.60 mAODN at 12am, on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.5m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. Tides will remain high over the next couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.

Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared

Areas affected:The tidal Deben estuaryThe tidal Deben estuary
Active WarningACTIVE
Started:14:10 BST Friday 9 October14:10 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
Issued:14:10 BST Friday 9 October14:10 (BST) Fri 9 Oct
High tides overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on consecutive tides from 11pm on Friday 9th October through to 1am on Saturday 10th October.
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 2.60mAODN at 12am, on Saturday 10th October, which is 0.5m above tide tables, Wind Force 6, Westerly. Tides will remain high over the next couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on Saturday 10 October or as the situation changes.