A FLOOD alert has been issued for some parts of the Isle of Wight today (Friday).

The Environment Agency says that the forecast water level is only marginally above a normal high spring tide value, but larger waves may lead to spray overtopping of defences across the Island for 30 minutes either side of high water which takes place at 1.40pm.

The tide will impact sea front roads, esplanades and car parks.

Locations at greatest risk of more significant spray overtopping are Freshwater Bay, Sandown, Shanklin, Gurnard and Ryde. Water levels will be high up slipways at Cowes and Newport although impacts will be more minimal as Cowes breakwater should help reduce wave action.

Yarmouth ferry terminal car park may also see minor impacts. Wind strength is also reported to be at Force Six from the south.