How long is the Somerset action plan going to last?

How long is the Somerset action plan going to last?

Somerset Rivers Authority oversees all the work being done as part of Somerset’s 20 Year Flood Action Plan. The overarching aim of the Flood Action Plan is to reduce the frequency, duration and severity of flooding.

How much did the Flood Action Plan for the Somerset Levels cost?

The Somerset Levels and Moors Action Plan was developed and included measures such as reintroducing dredging, the construction of a tidal barrage and additional permanent pumping stations. The scheme is part of a 20-year plan for the Somerset Levels and will have a total cost of £100 million.

Is Somerset prone to flooding?

As much of the area lies at, or just a few metres above, sea level, this is a natural wetland prone to seasonal flooding each winter. Flooding is a natural occurrence – in fact the word ‘Somerset’ is loosely derived from ‘land of the summer people’.

What caused the Somerset Levels to flood?

In what were the worst floods for over a hundred years. Amongst the causes were things that you’ll study in your geography lessons. Lots of rainfall, obviously, and a lack of dredging, which means managing the rivers. LIZ BONNIN: And blocking our waterway so that they’re clear and wide enough for water to keep flowing.

What parts of Somerset are affected by flooding?

The areas predominantly at risk of flooding include the Levels and Moors, Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilchester and Bruton. In addition, Minehead and the coastal area covering the River Parrett Estuary, Brean, Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge would be affected in the event of coastal flooding.

When did the Somerset Levels flood?

2014
In early 2014 the Somerset Levels and Moors experienced widespread flooding, particularly within the Parrett and Tone river catchments. The Environment Agency estimated there were 100 million cubic metres of floodwater covering an area of 65 square kilometres.

Is Somerset a wet county?

Along with the rest of South West England, Somerset has a temperate climate which is generally wetter and milder than most of England.

When was Somerset Levels flooding?

Which areas flooded in Somerset?

Are the Somerset Levels below sea level?

The Somerset Levels span an area of around 250 square miles, or 160,000 acres. The majority of this area is below sea level, making the land vulnerable to both tidal and land-based flooding.

Does North Curry flood?

As we all know in North Curry Parish, we are in an area of high probability of flooding, either from the River Tone or more recently from surface water.

Is Langport on the Somerset Levels?

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