Flood Warning: Coastal areas of West Wittering to Medmerry
Message Last Updated:
2026-10-25 13:51:00
Severity Last Changed:
2026-10-25 13:51:00
High tides on Monday may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible for 2 hours either side of Monday morning's tide at 11:00 on 26/10/2026.
The weather increases tide table values by 0.43 m. Total forecast tide is 5.37 metres Chart Datum (2.63 mAOD) at Chichester Harbour. Strong Southerly Force 7 wind. Strong winds and large waves may push the tide to the top of the beach at Bracklesham, with possibility of water flowing into ditches behind. Spray will affect beach top properties at the end of West Sands Lane and Medmerry. Monday's tide at 23:15 on 26/10/2026 is forecast to be 31 cm lower (2.32 mAOD) and is unlikely to cause impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid Medmerry seafront at high tide. Stormy seas are dangerous.
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on Monday 26 October or as the situation changes.
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