A Somerset coastguard officer has expressed deep concern about the future of the vital life-saving service amid controversial national plans to cut pay for Coastguard Rescue Officers (CROs). The Weston-super-Mare Coastguard …
An unusual sight has captured the attention of residents and visitors at Weston-super-Mare: a colossal barge resembling an upside-down oil rig has arrived beside Birnbeck Pier. On March 18, this remarkable structure made its …
Flood alerts have been issued across parts of Somerset, highlighting increased flood risks due to recent heavy rainfall combined with high tidal activity. Coastal communities are being urged to stay vigilant over the next 24 …
The Severn Estuary Commission has recommended a pioneering plan for a tidal range lagoon that harnesses the immense tidal range to generate predictable, low-carbon electricity. If realized, this project could help fulfill the …
The vital Dunball Sluice has undergone a £9.7 million refurbishment to bolster its capability of protecting the Somerset Levels and Moors for an additional 25 years. This significant engineering feat was spearheaded by the …