The Environment Agency in partnership
with Gold and Silver Control have been working
on a number of short term, emergency options to maximise the amount
of floodwater that can be pumped away from the Somerset Levels and
Moors as quickly as possible. This includes options like pumping to
the Taunton and Bridgwater Canal, increasing the volume of floodwater
that goes down the Sowy (River Parrett Alleviation channel) and
pumping at both Beer Wall and Dunball.
Pumping at
Beer Wall and Dunball and increase the volume of floodwater going
into the Sowy is due to commence by mid week. All risks and benefits across
the Somerset Moors and Levels have been considered in making this
decision. This is an emergency situation and some very difficult
decisions have to be made.
They apologise for the inconvenience caused by road closures and ongoing work.
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