Anglian Water advances major flood alleviation investment in Southend
What happened
Anglian Water has secured extra funding to support flood alleviation efforts in Southend. An underground storage tank, designed to carry 132,000 litres, has been ordered and is expected to arrive by the end of October. This project, which followed an initial £350,000 investment, is part of a larger scheme where Anglian Water plans to invest over £105 million in Southend by the end of the decade.
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Why it matters
The scheme is designed to better manage flooding and reduce the risk of damage to nearby properties when the system becomes overwhelmed. Council officers report that previous delays linked to environmental constraints and licensing requirements have now been overcome.
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Who's involved
- Anglian WaterIs investing in flood alleviation efforts within Southend
- SouthendIs the location where Anglian Water is investing in flood alleviation
- Environment AgencyIs a named collaborator in the flood alleviation scheme
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The entities involved
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Anglian Water
water company that operates in the East of England
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Southend
parish of Cumberland County, New South Wales, Australia
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