Flood warnings being issued too late, says MP
An MP has criticised the speed at which flood warnings are issued by the Environment Agency. Sarah Bool, Conservative MP for South Northamptonshire, raised the issue during a debate on flooding at the House of Commons on Monday.
Why don't they dredge the River Don to prevent flooding? Here's what the Environment Agency says
With several flood warnings in place along the River Don in Doncaster in recent days following heavy rain and snow melt, some residents have questioned why the region’s watercourses aren’t being dredged in a bid to prevent flooding.
Latest Lancashire flooding which came ‘close to disaster’ prompts new call for Environment Agency changes
Recent flooding in Lancashire, which a councillor says came ‘perilously close to disaster’, has prompted fresh calls for changes to flood defence spending rules at the Environment Agency.
Devon flood risk warnings from the Environment Agency
The Environment Agency (EA) has issued updated flood warnings for the areas around five main rivers in Devon. The River Avon, Clyst, Lew, Taw and Torridge are being closely monitored due to to heavy rainfall, the EA said. It strongly urged residents to take action as "flooding continues to be expected on Sunday evening and into Monday".
All the places at risk of flooding as severe weather warnings are issued across UK
Yellow warnings for snow and ice come into force across large parts of the UK on Monday afternoon and will remain in place into Tuesday. Many commuters suffered travel disruption on Monday morning, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked.
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Latest Whalley flooding came 'perilously close to disaster', says councillor calling for Environment Agency changes
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‘Forever Chemicals’ Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds
Wastewater, even after treatment to make it drinkable, contains high levels of PFAS, according to researchers.
Flooding 'possible' as Environment Agency updates Cambridgeshire flood alerts
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Environment Agency ramps up spending on diesel cars despite 2030 ban
The Environment Agency has ramped up spending on diesel cars despite government plans to ban new sales from 2030. Analysis by The Telegraph has found that the government body increased the amount ...
These common medications could be releasing ‘forever chemicals’ into the environment
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More than 13,600 dengue cases reported in Singapore in 2024, up 36% from 2023
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