UK Flood Warnings
Warning services for areas at risk of flooding are provided for England, Wales and Scotland. BBC Weather works closely with its partners to raise awareness of weather events affecting Northern Ireland. Specific flood warnings, however, are not currently issued for Northern Ireland.
Flood warnings key
Flooding possible - Be prepared
Flooding expected - Act now
Flooding severe - Danger to life
Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared
Areas affected:Somerset coast at Porlock WeirActive WarningStarted:12:52 BST Saturday 16 MayIssued:12:52 BST Saturday 16 MayHigh tides tomorrow may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around both high tides (07:45 and 20:00) on Sunday 17 May. Flooding may affect locations at Porlock Bay on Sunday 17 May, 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 detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Hinkley Point. The first forecast high water of 6.10 mAODN is at 07:45, with North-westerly Force 5 winds. The second forecast high water is at 6.26 mAODN at 20:00, with Westerly Force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.) We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message for future days if needed. Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded . This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 18 May 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared
Areas affected:North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and KilnseaActive WarningStarted:07:53 BST Saturday 16 MayIssued:07:53 BST Saturday 16 MayHigh tides today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 5:45PM to 6:30PM on 16th May 2026. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid beaches and coastal promenades, which may be flooded . This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 16 May 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert
Flooding possible - Be prepared
Areas affected:Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead OutfallActive WarningStarted:07:53 BST Saturday 16 MayIssued:07:53 BST Saturday 16 MayHigh tides today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 6:00pm to 6:30pm on 16th May 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers or on the coast. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 16 May 2026 or as the situation changes.
No flood warnings are currently in force for Scotland
No flood warnings are currently in force for Wales
Flood warnings are not currently issued for Northern Ireland