Bridgwater Tidal Barrier gets go-ahead from Government
Construction of the £100m Bridgwater Tidal Barrier has moved a step nearer. A Barrier will help to protect some 13,000 homes and businesses from flooding.
11 free Somerset shows with films new and old
A new Somerset film called Down by the River premieres in February, with 11 free screenings countywide. Each event will also include an entertaining and thought-provoking selection of Somerset archive films. Down by the River is a documentary about the inspiring ways that communities across Somerset have responded to flooding.
Hands-on activities help pupils learn about flooding
Children enjoyed learning more about flooding when Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) and Environment Agency staff visited St John & St Francis Church School in Bridgwater. Get in touch with the SRA if your school would like a school visit.
Report flooding in Somerset
Where to report different kinds of flooding in Somerset, with links and phone numbers.
Flood warnings and information
Where to get Somerset flood warnings and other useful information about river levels, flood risks and traffic problems.
Prepare against flooding
Help and advice for Somerset residents who want to prepare themselves against the risks of flooding.
Support and emotional health
Links to resources for people in Somerset suffering bad mental and emotional effects from flooding.
Property level flood protection
Links to resources about protecting individual properties against flooding.