Weston-super-Mare Faces Submersion by 2050 Due to Rising Sea Levels Sunday, June 28, 2026 weston-super-mare sealevelrise flooding climatechange somerset coastaltowns uk climatecentral seadefenses floodrisk Weston-super-Mare, a bustling seaside town in Somerset known for its sandy beaches, pier, and family attractions, could be underwater by 2050, according to alarming new research. A study utilizing Climate Central’s projection … Read More
Weston-super-Mare and Other UK Seaside Towns Face Threat of Submersion by 2050 Sunday, June 28, 2026 weston-super-mare climatechange sealevelrise flooding ukcoast somerset coastaldefense sustainability environment conservation Weston-super-Mare, a popular Somerset seaside resort famous for its amusement arcade, donkey rides, and expansive sandy beaches, may be largely underwater by 2050 due to rising sea levels. According to recent research using … Read More
When and Where Thunderstorms Will Hit Somerset as New Warning Issued Thursday, June 25, 2026 somerset thunderstorms metoffice weather warnings flooding lightning rain storms safety The Met Office has issued two thunderstorm warnings that will affect Somerset over the next 24 hours. Residents and visitors should be prepared for heavy rain, lightning, and possible flooding. Thunderstorms are expected to …
£800k secured for permanent pumps to prevent flooding near Taunton cinema Thursday, June 25, 2026 flooding taunton rivertone sra environmentagency pumps bathpool drainage somerset floodprevention Taunton is set to benefit from new permanent electric pumps on the River Tone, aimed at preventing flooding near the Bathpool area, where the old river flows under the railway line into the Hankridge Nature Reserve close to … Read More
£800k Secured for Permanent Flood Pumps Near Taunton Cinema Thursday, June 25, 2026 flooding taunton rivertone pumps somerset environmentagency flooddefence bathpool infrastructure watermanagement New permanent electric pumps are set to be installed on the River Tone near Taunton to help prevent flooding in the Bathpool area. This vital upgrade comes amid plans to boost flood defences following recent severe flooding … Read More
Chairman Appointed to Lead £20m Bridgwater Regeneration Board Thursday, June 25, 2026 bridgwater regeneration community pride leadership investment somerset flooding football development sport A significant milestone has been reached in Bridgwater’s £20 million regeneration programme with the appointment of Sam Smith as chairman of the newly formed Pride in Place board. Bridgwater is the sole town within Somerset … Read More