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“Flood alert in force: South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head.Flooding is possible for: Gribbin Head to Rame Head including Fowey, Golant, Lostwithiel, Lerryn, Polruan, Polperro, Looe and the Looe Rivers and Seaton. High tides today may lead to flooding.

Flooding is possible Flooding is possible 2 hours either side of the morning high tide on Tuesday 27th 2026. The high tide at Plymouth on Tuesday is at 11:11, times of high water will vary along the coast. Forecast total high tide level is 1.49mAOD. Expect tide levels along the coast to be between 0.9 & 1.0m, above tide table level. Strong Force 7 southerly winds and offshore wave heights of around 5.5m are forecast over the high tide. Conditions should ease for Tuesday evening’s high tide.  ”

Residents in flood-risk areas are advised to take precautions to protect their property and to avoid walking or driving through floodwater, which can be deeper and more dangerous than it looks.

Environment Agency Floodline – For 24-hour advice call 0345 988 1188

Following last night’s storm, our teams have been out assessing any damage to Looe Town Council facilities, including the seafront toilets & Hannafore. We’re pleased to confirm that all facilities remain open as normal.

The Library and Community Hub is also open as usual.

If you have any concerns following Storm Goretti, the links below may be helpful:

Report a fallen tree:

Report flooding on roads or blocked drains:

Report damage to bridges, retaining walls or structures:

Report anything else:

If the issue is causing immediate danger or is an EMERGENCY, please call 0300 1234 222.

Thank you for your cooperation and please stay safe.

Here’s everything you need to know:

6:10pm – Lantern Parade participants meet outside Looe Library and Community Hub

6:20pm – Parade starts from Millpool, crossing the bridge towards East Looe seafront

7:00pm – Live music on the seafront, Carol Service

7:20pm – Santa arrives from Watchtower

7:30pm – Light Switch-On

7:32pm – Fireworks & fire performance on the seafront

7:35-8:30pm PA music food & drink

8:30pm formal event closure.

Additional Information:

Free parking is available at Millpool from 4:00pm.

Rolling road closure from 6:30–7:00pm across the bridge towards the seafront, affecting Fore Street. Temporary traffic lights may cause delays during this time to ensure safety of participants please plan your journey in advance.

Fireworks will be part of the event; please keep dogs on leads and be mindful of surroundings.

We look forward to seeing you soon!