Storm Claudia Updates: Somerset Braces for Severe Flooding Friday, November 14, 2025 stormclaudia somerset flooding warning emergency weather precipitation preparedness safety climate Storm Claudia is set to hit Somerset with heavy rain and strong winds, prompting authorities to issue a “danger to life” warning for the region. Residents are being urged to take immediate precautions as the risk … Read More
Government ‘Doesn’t Understand’ Impact of Withdrawing River Maintenance in Somerset Thursday, November 13, 2025 environment somerset flooding maintenance environmentagency budgetcuts rivermanagement localgovernment watercourses drainage 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 … Read More
Flood Warning and Alerts Issued as Heavy Rain Continues in Somerset Wednesday, November 12, 2025 flooding somerset environmentagency rain weatherwarning rivers floodalerts heavyprecipitation safety floodingrisk 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 … Read More
Met Office Issues 30-Hour Yellow Weather Warning for Somerset Amid Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Wednesday, November 12, 2025 somerset metoffice weatherwarning rain wind flooding southwest storm safety travel The Met Office has issued a 30-hour yellow weather warning for the South West, with Somerset expected to face significant impacts from heavy rainfall and strong southerly winds. The warning began at 12pm on Tuesday, November … Read More
South West Faces Heavy Rain and Strong Winds in 12-Hour Storm Warning Monday, November 10, 2025 southwest weather storm rain flooding metoffice travel warning wind emergency The South West is bracing for a severe weather event as the Met Office issues a 12-hour yellow warning for heavy rain and strong winds on Tuesday, November 11. The alert covers Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, and the wider South … Read More
Somerset Couple’s Plan for New Homes Near A38 Denied on Appeal Friday, October 24, 2025 somerset planning development flooding housing rural westhuntspill appeal a38 council A Somerset couple has faced a second refusal in their attempt to build new homes on a site near the A38 after an unsuccessful appeal. Mr. and Mrs. Marratty initially sought to develop eight houses on their property at 9 Main … Read More