Flood Alert Issued for South Cornwall Coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the South Cornwall coast. This alert (Severity Level 3) indicates that flooding is possible due to a combination of high tides, strong winds, and large waves expected on Thursday morning.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head in the county of Cornwall. Low-lying coastal communities within this stretch are identified as being particularly at risk.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the warning area are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions change.

Expected Conditions

Forecasts indicate a total high tide level of 2.66mAOD, which is expected to be between 0.2 and 0.3 metres above the standard tide table level. Weather conditions include strong Force 4 North-Westerly winds and offshore wave heights of up to 3 metres during the high tide period.

Timeline

The alert is effective for the high tide on Thursday morning, February 19, 2026. High tide at Plymouth is scheduled for 06:57 AM, with times varying along the coast. Coastal conditions are expected to ease by Thursday evening’s high tide. This alert will be updated by 3:00 PM on February 19, 2026.