Rock fall and landslide are naturally occurring events all the way along the Dorset coastline.
They can happen anytime of the year. However the frequency and impact of these can be linked to very wet weather during winter and spring and very dry weather over the summer
Impact on visitors to Dorset and residents
- Cliff edges can unexpectedly crumble and fall a long way to the beach or sea below
- Falling rock and soil can easily be more than a tone in weight
- Deaths and injuries have resulted in people being caught up in a fall of rock
- Potential road and travel disruption as emergency services respond to injured people
- Disruption to tourism as a result of cliff walks being closed where the cliff has fallen
What you can do
For further information on safety outdoors visit:
Check the local press and social media for any reported cliff falls or landslides.
