Storm Ciaran in Hampshire: Environment Agency issue flood warnings for Fareham, Hayling Island, Gosport, Portsmouth and Port Solent

Following the weather warnings and heavy rainfall as a result of Storm Ciaran, the Environment Agency has published flood warnings for areas across Hampshire.
By Sophie Lewis
Published 2nd Nov 2023, 11:28 BST
Updated 2nd Nov 2023, 12:05 BST
Watch more of our videos on Shots! 
and live on Freeview channel 276
Visit Shots! now

There is currently one flood warning where ‘flooding is expected’ and this warning is in place for South Hayling and South Eastoke seafront. This means that residents should act appropriately.

The Environment Agency has automatically issued this warning based on rising river or tidal levels.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

If you live in this area, do not drive or walk through flooded areas.

A weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for Portsmouth and much of the south of England. Flood warnings are also in place in the area. Picture: Habibur Rahman.A weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for Portsmouth and much of the south of England. Flood warnings are also in place in the area. Picture: Habibur Rahman.
A weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for Portsmouth and much of the south of England. Flood warnings are also in place in the area. Picture: Habibur Rahman.

There are also numerous flood alerts that have been issued across the area to notify residents that there is a chance of flooding. These areas are:

  • Fareham to Portchester
  • Hayling Island
  • Hillhead to Gosport
  • Portsmouth
  • Port Solent to Brockhampton
  • Isle of Wight Coast

You can set up flood warnings which can be directly sent to your phone. Click here for more information.

For information about what to do if your area floods, click here.

For more information about the weather and flood warnings, visit the Met Office website.

Related topics:PortsmouthFarehamHayling IslandGosportPort SolentHampshire