First published Oct 26, 2026, 2:07:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 26, 2026, 2:07:15 PM UTC

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Orange Flooding Warning issued for United Kingdom - Poole Harbour at West Quay and Lower Hamworthy Quay

An official Meteoalarm alert reports a severe, immediate flood warning for Poole Harbour at West Quay and Lower Hamworthy Quay, valid from 26 to 28 October 2026. The alert says flooding is likely but provides no observed impact details.

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Affected location: Poole Harbour at West Quay and Lower Hamworthy Quay

Illustrative image: River Frome near Swineham Point, Dorset. From here the River Frome flows ahead into Wareham Channel and Poole Harbour — John Lamper/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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