Flood Alert for Christchurch Harbour

Source: Environment Agency · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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A flood alert has been issued for Christchurch Harbour due to high tides that may cause flooding between 7:30pm and 11:45pm on 11 September 2026.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Issued
September 11, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.

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Alert Details

A Flood Alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for Christchurch Harbour. The alert was raised at 10:41AM on 11 September 2026.

Affected Areas

The alert covers Christchurch Harbour in the county of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole within the Wessex area. The hazard is associated with the English Channel.

What You Should Do

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

Expected Conditions

High tides may lead to flooding. A peak level of 1.20mAODN is forecast at Christchurch Harbour at 9:45PM on 11 September 2026, with force 3 North Westerly winds.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from 7:30pm to 11:45pm on 11 September 2026. The message will be updated by 10:30AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes. No operational flood gates will need to be closed for this tide.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
A flood alert has been issued for Christchurch Harbour due to high tides that may cause flooding between 7:30pm and 11:45pm on 11 September 2026.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.