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Beware of strong winds and powerful waves if visiting the coast this Easter weekend. See the Met Office for wind warnings caused by Storm Dave and our Flood Warning Service if you think you are at risk: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk

Waste companies that operate in #Bristol, #Cornwall and #Devon have been investigated over waste regulations. Three companies have had to pay out large sums of money for environmental projects after failing to comply with their legal obligations. gov.uk/government/new…

🌞 Spring works are under way on the Sussex coast to protect 3,000+ homes from flooding. 🚚 Moving shingle, installing new wave screens, and investing £8 million this year alone. 🌊 #CoastalDefence

Our officers are on site today monitoring a chemical pollution incident in #Bideford which has led to visible foam on Old Barnstaple Road. The environmental impact on the watercourse is currently limited, but the water is not safe for people or animals to ingest.

Officers from the Environment Agency and @DorsetCouncilUK visited Trigon Hill Landfill near #Wareham yesterday to check on the progress of the gas infrastructure improvements that we have required. Additional measures will be installed next week.

We’ve shut down an illegal waste site in Ramsgate with restriction order, locks and concrete blocks. Help us stop waste crime: Report illegal waste activities to our incident hotline: 0800 80 70 60 or anonymously to Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111. gov.uk/government/new…

Following the milk pollution incident overnight, we have deployed pumps and rain guns to spread the milk that had made it into the water course onto fields. Our Environment Officers have taken dissolved oxygen readings that suggest environmental damage should be limited.

Smart signs are now at Goring Beach, Worthing and Worthing Beach House, ready to answer questions from people about the water: gov.uk/government/new…

Over the past week, atmospheric and weather conditions have contributed to an increase in odours from the landfill and other local activities. Our officers have been out in #Calne and surrounding areas, late at night and early in the morning to identify all potential sources.

Our officers are attending a milk pollution at a farm near Tiverton. The farmer contacted us straight away which allowed us to put in place a plan to reduce the risk of environmental harm. If you spot an environmental incident, call our hotline on 0800 80 70 60

Over the past week, atmospheric and weather conditions have contributed to an increase in odour reports from landfills across the country. We are continuing to investigate odour complaints near #Wareham, and have instructed Valencia Waste Management Ltd to make improvements.

⚠️ Pollution Alert – Perranporth, North Cornwall An orange discharge has been reported in the water at Nansmellyn Marsh Nature Reserve and Bolingey Stream. EA officers are on site investigating the source and impact. ➡️ Latest bathing advice: environment.data.gov.uk/bwq/profiles/p…

Waste crime is a serious and persistent challenge. We must go further and faster to stay ahead of those who profit from it. Read how we’re accelerating action to deliver more consistent enforcement: gov.uk/government/new…

Good news for Somerset Levels & Moors – floodwater is receding & Flood Warnings have been lifted. Roads will be closed for pump removal: 🚧 Huntworth Lane, Today, 17 March, 9am–5pm 🚧 West Yeo Road, Monday 23 & Tuesday 24, 9am – 5pm

£171 million is being invested in flood defences across the South West — protecting homes and businesses as part of the largest flood defence programme in English history. Find out what's in the works: environment.data.gov.uk/asset-manageme…

We’re investing £1.4bn over the next year to protect homes, businesses and vital infrastructure from flooding. Across the country, over 600 schemes will receive a share of this investment to help us continue building the nation’s flood resilience. gov.uk/government/new…

🛝 We celebrated a big milestone in Mousehole last month! A new culvert at the local school will significantly reduce flash flooding risk for pupils and the wider community – plus pupils now have a new playground to enjoy, complete with a Mousehole cave and ship. #FloodResilience

🌊 We're extending Minehead's coastal flood defences this spring — using 5,000 tonnes of rock armour to protect 355 homes and businesses from flooding. 👷 Beach access maintained throughout. Work starts spring 2026.

South West Water has pleaded guilty to a catalogue of pollution-related charges spanning six years across #Devon and #Cornwall. The prosecution, brought by the Environment Agency, concluded at Plymouth Magistrates Court on Thursday this week. gov.uk/government/new…

A #Devon farmer has been ordered to pay £4,778 after an investigation into two separate slurry pollution incidents from his farm near #Bideford which caused the death of hundreds of fish. gov.uk/government/new…