Flood Alerts have been issued by the Environment Agency for Weymouth Harbour and Portland Harbour at Ferrybridge.
Flooding is possible for Weymouth Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Wey and expected for Chesil Bank and The Fleet Nature Reserve and Ferry Bridge Marine Services, Portland Beach Road.
For Weymouth Harbour flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, but property flooding is not expected, around the high tide from 08:15 AM on 20/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Weymouth Harbour and the tidal stretch of the River Wey.
After the high tide this evening‚ the weather is more settled and no flooding is expected.
The EA is closely monitoring the situation. Be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.
For Portland Harbour at Ferry Bridge high tides and forecast weather conditions are expected to cause flooding tomorrow morning. Flooding is expected from 8:30 AM on 20/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Chesil Bank and The Fleet Nature Reserve and Ferry Bridge Marine Services, Portland Beach Road.
Tidal conditions are expected to improve tomorrow evening and no flooding is expected.
The EA is closely monitoring the situation. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded.
Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. away from floodwater – it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals.
