Wiltshire Council and Environment Agency address rising flood risk in county
What happened
Wiltshire Council is working with the Environment Agency to reduce flood risk across Wiltshire. The council noted that an increase in winter storms through 2027 is expected, which could lead to more flooding incidents. Residents are advised to prepare for potential floods by checking risk maps and signing up for warnings provided by the Environment Agency.
Why it matters
Flooding can have a significant impact on businesses and communities within the county. The council is encouraging residents and businesses to take simple precautions to better prepare for severe weather and reduce its potential impact.
Who's involved
- Wiltshire CouncilWorking with the Environment Agency to reduce flood risk in the county.
- Environment AgencyProviding flood risk maps and warnings for the county.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Wiltshire CouncilSpeculative
Wiltshire Council might face increased operational costs and infrastructure maintenance due to rising flood risk.
- Thames WaterSpeculative
Thames Water could see increased operational costs and infrastructure strain on water systems due to rising flood risk.
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The entities involved
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Wiltshire Council
British administrative body
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Wiltshire
ceremonial county of England (use Q21694746 for administrative unitary authority)
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Environment Agency
non-departmental public body in the UK
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Related events
- Heavy rain and high winds hit the Isle of Wight and Buckfastleigh, prompting warnings from the Met Office and Environment Agency.
- Environment Agency issued flood alerts for the county of Hampshire.
- The Met Office has issued warnings for the majority of the UK regarding potential flooding and power cuts.
- Council seeks designation and Agency will monitor water quality as utility faces backlash over storm overflow pipe in Bembridge.
- Flood alerts have been issued and river levels are rising across Herefordshire, monitored by the Environment Agency.