coastal flood News
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A global risk assessment of river and coastal flooding
A new study provides the first global estimates of river and coastal flooding, highlighting past and future trends, and indicates that Asia and Europe are two of the regions that are worst affected. The researchers suggest that their methods could be useful in developing a global framework for flood risk assessment. Although millions of people worldwide are affected by floods every year, ...
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Coastal flood risk for parts of England this weekend
High winds and tides bring an increased risk of coastal flooding along coastal areas of England this weekend, the Environment Agency warned today. Areas at risk on Saturday and Sunday include coasts and tidal areas of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire as gales and big waves combine to cause possible overtopping of flood defences and sea walls, property flooding ...
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Coastal flooding: failing to adapt is not an option, says study
Climate change will lead to an increased risk of flooding and huge economic losses if countries do not invest in appropriate adaptation measures, according to a new study. The research estimates the risks posed by flooding to cities around the world and the associated economic losses in 2005 and 2050, and suggests that flood protection must be increased to maintain the same level of risk to ...
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Flood threat remains into next week as larger rivers start to reach their peak
Communities in Dorset and Oxfordshire are urged to remain prepared for flooding as peak flows move along the rivers Thames, Dorset Stour and Frome. There is the possibility of significant flooding in the lower reaches of these rivers. Ongoing river flooding is expected on the Somerset Levels and rivers in the south east remain very high after recent rainfall. River levels on the Severn will also ...
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Environment Agency issues nine severe flood warnings ahead of increased risk this weekend
The Environment Agency has issued nine severe flood warnings as high winds and tides bring an increased risk of coastal flooding this weekend. The severe flood warnings are in place in the south west and the Midlands. These are for Cornwall, north Devon and the River Severn. Other areas at risk tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday include coasts and tidal areas of Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, ...
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Environment Agency issues severe flood warnings for coastal flooding
The Environment Agency has (as of 1600 Thursday) issued 12 severe flood warnings for coastal communities as strong winds combine with high tides and large waves from the early hours of tomorrow (Friday 3 January). Severe flood warnings – the highest category of warning – indicate a danger to life and property and have been issued for the following locations as of 1600: Cornwall: ...
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New maps to help prepare for flooding
Improved flood maps published today show a reduction in the number of people classed at risk of surface water flooding and will help communities and businesses protect their properties from flooding. The maps show areas of the country at risk of flooding from rivers and the sea as well as new national scale maps of surface water flooding, making them some of the most comprehensive anywhere in ...
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Risk of flooding continues along coast and moves inland to rivers as wet weather leaves ground saturated
The South and West coast of England and the Severn estuary still remain at risk of coastal flooding throughout the weekend and into the early part of next week. Communities are urged to keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings. Parts of the North East coast including Whitby and South Shields could see flooding today, while parts of the south coast could see more coastal flooding ...
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England facing heightened flood risk this winter
People urged to prepare for flooding as wet and windy weather to continue The Environment Agency is warning of an increased likelihood of flooding this winter. Wet weather, strong winds coinciding with high tides and wind-blown leaves and debris blocking rivers, are increasing flood risk, especially in the west of England. Families, communities and businesses are urged to check their flood ...
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Communities along the west and south coasts urged to prepare for possible coastal flooding
The Environment Agency is warning coastal communities along the south and west coasts of England to remain vigilant and alert for possible tidal flooding between Friday and Sunday, as strong winds combine with high tides and large waves. This could lead to localised spray and wave over-topping at exposed coastal locations and promenades, and the risk of flooding to properties and low lying land. ...
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Want to make a difference to flood risk?
More than five million people are at risk of the devastating effects of flooding in the UK, with thousands of properties at risk in the South East – more than any other part of the country. The Environment Agency is looking for an enthusiastic person to help manage flood risk throughout the South East and make a real difference to people’s lives and to the environment we live in. ...
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Managing the twin risks of flooding and erosion in coastal areas
Coastal areas are naturally at risk from erosion and flooding, but this risk is increased by the effects of climate change. A recent study has examined choices for regulators and coastline managers and suggests that successful management in high risk areas needs a fully integrated approach involving all stakeholders. Managing the interactions between the natural environment and socio-economic ...
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Flood defences not enough to win ‘war against water’
Warning issued for consequences of climate change A stark warning has been issued for England to prepare for the worst consequences of climate change; namely flooding. Global temperature could rise between 2C and 4C by 2100 with £1 billion a year needed to be spent on flood management to create “infrastructure resilience” by 2050. That’s according to regulator the ...
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EPA Awards $4 Million to Protect America’s Estuaries and Coastal Waters
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a $4 million cooperative agreement with Restore America’s Estuaries to help fund projects supporting National Estuary Program coastal watersheds and estuaries. Restore America’s Estuaries will operate a competition that provides entities from across the country an opportunity to apply for funding for projects that will ...
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Scituate and Newburyport, Mass. to Receive EPA Technical Assistance to Meet their Sustainability Goals and Foster Economic Development
Newburyport and Scituate, Mass. are among 22 towns and cities nationwide chosen to receive technical assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency. The two Massachusetts communities will receive assistance in identifying approaches they can take to become more resilient to flooding. Also in New England, Damariscotta, Maine will receive help on identifying sustainable strategies for meeting ...
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New technology for remotely mapping beaches
Science and industry will now be able to map beaches and sandbanks without getting any feet wet. This follows three years of collaborative research resulting in a new commercial licence between National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and Marlan Maritime Technologies to sell new coastal mapping technology. The depth and pattern of sediment on the floor of the intertidal zones changes daily, yet ...
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Communities urged to remain vigilant to the continued threat of flooding this weekend
Communities in the South East are being urged to remain aware of the potential for more river and coastal flooding over the weekend with further heavy rainfall predicted to fall on already saturated ground. This warning comes as high spring tides are also forecast along the south coast from tomorrow (Friday, 31 January) and over the weekend, which could result in Flood Alerts and possibly some ...
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Indonesia visits Netherlands to explore solutions for flood problems in Java
A high-level delegation from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia (MMAF) will visit the Netherlands from 17 to 21 March to learn how the Dutch have applied ‘Building with Nature’ techniques for flood prevention. The Director General of Marine, Coast and Small Islands, Dr Sudirman Saad, M.Hum, and the advisor of the Minister, Mr Ukay Karyadi joined by five ...
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Severe flood warnings expected
High sea levels combined with strong winds and large waves will increase the risk of coastal flooding along the south west and southern coasts tonight and into Wednesday. After the wettest January on record in places, further widespread rain – falling on already saturated ground – could cause river and surface water flooding in the south and west of England as well as parts of the ...
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Severe flood warnings remain as further flooding expected
High sea levels, strong winds and large waves will increase the risk of coastal flooding this week. Severe flood warnings are in force for along the River Severn today, as high sea levels and heavy rain threaten to cause further flooding this week. Homes protected from flooding Since Friday evening over 87,000 homes have been protected from flooding and over 74,000 properties have been sent a ...
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