People living on the West Somerset coast have been urged to ‘act now’ amid a series of flood warnings which are in place.

The Environment Agency issued a series of warnings and an alert last night but residents are warned the risk could run into the afternoon (April 9).

Strong winds and high tides have brought large waves to the coast while the threat of heavy rain and rising water levels have prompted a flood alert for a number of streams and rivers in the district.

Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk include the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including properties on the lockside, businesses around the Harbour Masters office, Gibraltar Cottages and other low lying properties on the B3225 at Porlock Weir.

The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. Please note the high tide on Monday evening is not forecast to meet the Flood Warning threshold. The forecast high water is at 8am on 09/04/2024 with a level of 7.12 mAODN with westerly force 8 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)

Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.

This message will be updated by 12.30pm on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including properties on the lockside, businesses around the Harbour Masters office, Gibraltar Cottages and other low lying properties on the B3225 at Porlock Weir.

Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk include the coastline between Quay West and The Warren including seafront properties on Culvercliffe Court, Quay West and Quay Street.

The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. Please note the high tide on Monday evening is not forecast to meet the Flood Warning threshold. The forecast high water is at 8am on 09/04/2024 with a level of 7.12 mAODN with westerly force 8 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)

Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.

This message will be updated by 12:30 PM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Coastline between Quay West and The Warren including seafront properties on Culvercliffe Court, Quay West and Quay Street.

Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk include Lower Marsh area including The Old Manor and Lower Marsh Farm area.

The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. Please note the high tide on Monday evening is not forecast to meet the Flood Warning threshold. The forecast high water is at 8am on 09/04/2024 with a level of 7.12 mAODN with westerly force 8 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)

Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.

This message will be updated by 12.30pm on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Lower Marsh area including The Old Manor and Lower Marsh Farm.

Strong winds and spring tides may cause large waves and spray overtopping on the coast. Areas most at risk include the coastline between Sea Lane End and Blue Anchor Hotel.

The detailed tidal information for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. Please note the high tide on Monday evening is not forecast to meet the Flood Warning threshold. The forecast high water is at 08:00 AM on 09/04/2024 with a level of 7.18 mAODN with westerly force 8 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level - for more info refer to local tide tables.)

Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We continue to monitor levels closely. Please be careful along beaches, promenades, coastal footpaths and roads as large waves and sea spray could be dangerous.

This message will be updated by 12.30pm on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Coastline between Sea Lane End and Blue Anchor Hotel including Blue Anchor Chalets, The Smugglers Hotel and other low lying properties on the seafront.

A flood alert has been issued. Levels are now stable on the Washford River but are expected to rise again slightly in response to forecast rain.

River levels are falling in the Horner Water, River Aller, and the Hawkcombe, Monksilver and Doniford Streams and tributaries, though these may also rise again slightly in the next 24-48 hours. Flooding of low-lying roads and land is possible overnight and tomorrow morning. Intermittent showers are forecast overnight and during tomorrow, Monday. We are closely monitoring the situation.

Our staff are checking weed screens, bridges and culverts for blockages. Please refer to local authority websites for local road conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water, and consider installing property flood resilience equipment if you have it. This message will be updated by 2pm on Tuesday, 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.