Flood Risk Lifted: South Devon Coast Including Beesands and Dawlish

Flood Risk No Longer Expected on South Devon Coast

The Environment Agency has confirmed that the flood forecast for parts of the South Devon coast has changed significantly, and the risk of flooding in the area has passed.

The update covers the following locations:

• Beesands
• Torcross
• Slapton
• Dawlish

What Has Happened

A previous flood forecast indicated a risk of flooding along this stretch of the South Devon coast. According to the Environment Agency, conditions have since improved and the forecast has been revised. No further flooding is expected at this time.

What You Should Do

Although the immediate flood risk has passed, the Environment Agency is advising people to remain cautious in the area. In particular:

• Take care on waterside roads and footpaths. Surfaces may still be slippery or affected by earlier water levels.
• Stay away from any remaining floodwater. Even after a flood risk passes, standing water can contain serious hidden hazards, including open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals. It is not safe to walk or drive through floodwater.
• Do not put yourself in unnecessary danger. If an area looks unsafe, do not enter it.

Ongoing Monitoring

The Environment Agency has stated it will continue to monitor the situation. Further alerts or warnings will be issued if conditions change. Residents and visitors in the Beesands, Torcross, Slapton, and Dawlish areas are encouraged to keep an eye on official updates.

Where to Get More Information

For the latest information, visit the Environment Agency's flood monitoring service directly at the source of this update:

Environment Agency Flood Monitoring

You can also check the GOV.UK flood alerts and warnings page for up-to-date information covering Devon and Torbay.