Adapting to climate change on the Somerset Levels
A new report from Adapting the Levels shows people on the Somerset Levels wanting more action on climate change. Subjects covered include nature, farming, and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
New silt trap benefits 25 homes
A new silt trap has been installed in Barrington, as part of a series of moves by Somerset Rivers Authority to reduce flood risks in the village.
ON HOLD – COVID 19: New pumping station to protect homes from sewer flooding
A Wessex Water scheme to protect homes in Highbridge from some very unpleasant flooding is backed by Somerset Rivers Authority and Somerset County Council.
How should Wedmore and Langport adapt to climate change?
People living in and around Wedmore and Langport are invited to take part in a major new Somerset climate change project called Adapting the Levels. Come to the Ridgway Hall in Langport between 10am and 2pm on Saturday 29 February.
Children and young people are welcome to attend. A similar event in Wedmore at the start of February was a popular success.
Work to start at flooding hotspots in West Somerset
Drainage improvements near Stogursey and Hinkley Point will tackle historic flooding problems for Somerset Rivers Authority. The first phase of a two-part scheme is due to start on Monday 30 September 2019. Temporary road closures will be needed and diversions will be in place.
New climate change project will help Somerset adapt to floods and drought
SRA support enables Somerset to take part in a new project that will help people adapt to the water-related effects of climate change - flood and drought.
Works underway in Monksilver to protect homes from flooding
A £170,000 Somerset Rivers Authority scheme to reduce flood risks in Monksilver starts on Monday, 8 April. The works will require temporary road closures and diversions.
Unique SRA study probes drainage systems around new properties
A huge Somerset Rivers Authority study of drainage systems around new properties aims to help reduce flood risks and make places better to live.
Road closure gates ready for use in case of floods
Emergency road closure gates on the Somerset Levels are ready to protect drivers from flood water if required this winter (2018-9).
SRA flood works help drivers turn the corner
Thousands of drivers will benefit from works funded by Somerset Rivers Authority to reduce flooding on a notorious blind corner near Huish Episcopi.