Thousands of homes across Somerset will benefit from enhanced flood protection following the completion of major upgrades to three critical reservoirs on the Somerset Levels and Moors. These improvements, initiated in 2022 by …
Somerset and numerous other communities across England face flood alerts today (Friday) due to Storm Claudia’s relentless heavy rainfall expected to persist over the next 24 hours. Currently, there are 100 flood alerts across …
Senior government officials have been criticized for their apparent lack of understanding regarding the consequences of cutting river maintenance in low-lying Somerset, councillors revealed at a recent North Somerset Council …
Senior government figures are being accused of failing to grasp the full impact of cutting river maintenance in Somerset’s low-lying areas, councillors have revealed. In August, the Environment Agency announced it would …
Somerset remains on high alert as persistent heavy rain triggers multiple flood alerts and a flood warning across the region. The Environment Agency (EA) has issued these warnings amid rising river levels and high tides that …
North Somerset Council is facing unexpected financial pressure following the transfer of river maintenance duties previously handled by the Environment Agency. This shift places a significant burden on the already stretched …
North Somerset Council is confronting unexpected financial pressures after being tasked with maintaining several rivers, following the Environment Agency’s recent decision to reduce its involvement due to budget cuts. River …
Flood alerts have been issued across the South West in anticipation of Storm Benjamin, which is expected to arrive later today, Wednesday, October 22. The UK prepares for heavy rain and powerful winds exceeding 70 miles per …
A £6 million flood defence project has been approved to shield homes, schools, and businesses along the River Tone from future flooding. Somerset Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency, will install reinforced …
A significant £6 million flood defence scheme has been approved to protect homes, schools, and businesses along the River Tone in Taunton from future flooding events. This project involves constructing reinforced concrete …
Somerset councillors are urging the Environment Agency (EA) to reconsider its planned reduction in flood prevention maintenance across the Levels and Moors. This comes after the EA revealed in mid-August that it would cease …
Weymouth’s Central beach has experienced a significant rise in bacteria levels this August, mirroring a similar spike in 2024 that contributed to the beach losing its prestigious Blue Flag status this year. Last year, storm …
Recent data from the Environment Agency highlights a worrying decline in reservoir storage across England, revealing that 12 locations have reservoirs holding less than half of their usual water levels. Among these, some …
Somerset’s MPs have voiced serious concerns over planned cuts to flood prevention and river maintenance in the county, urging Parliament to debate the issue urgently. In mid-August, the Environment Agency (EA) revealed it …
The Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) has urged the Environment Agency (EA) to restore full maintenance across Somerset’s rivers following alarming reports of significant planned cutbacks. The EA revealed in mid-August that, …