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Today marks 50 years since the last severe drought in the UK. We must continue to evolve to meet future water supply challenges. By working together across the sector, we can strengthen water resilience for the future. Read more:

Today marks 50 years since the last severe drought in the UK. We must continue to evolve to meet future water supply challenges. By working together across the sector, we can strengthen water resilience for the future. Read more:

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The poor performance of water and sewerage companies in England is unacceptable. We’ve tightened regulation, helping our bigger workforce uncover and act on breaches of environmental law.

The poor performance of water and sewerage companies in England is unacceptable. We’ve tightened regulation, helping our bigger workforce uncover and act on breaches of environmental law.

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Rain is forecast across England this evening, which may cause #flooding in some areas. Be prepared. Sign up for flood warnings in your area now: #StormCiarán

Rain is forecast across England this evening, which may cause #flooding in some areas. Be prepared. Sign up for flood warnings in your area now: #StormCiarán

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We’re using cutting-edge technology to stop waste criminals. Find out more:

We’re using cutting-edge technology to stop waste criminals. Find out more:

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A man has been arrested in connection with illegal dumping of waste at sites across England. Our teams have been working relentlessly alongside West Midlands Police and this arrest is a vital step in holding these criminals to account.

A man has been arrested in connection with illegal dumping of waste at sites across England. Our teams have been working relentlessly alongside West Midlands Police and this arrest is a vital step in holding these criminals to account.

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⚠ There are still many flood warnings in place across the country. Be prepared and take extreme care. Check your flood risk and sign up for flood warnings at:

⚠ There are still many flood warnings in place across the country. Be prepared and take extreme care. Check your flood risk and sign up for flood warnings at:

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Continued heavy rain may cause #flooding in some parts of the country today. Remember to never drive through flood water! Even if it looks shallow, it’s not worth the risk – it takes just 30cm of water to move your car🚘 Sign up for flood alerts:

Continued heavy rain may cause #flooding in some parts of the country today. Remember to never drive through flood water! Even if it looks shallow, it’s not worth the risk – it takes just 30cm of water to move your car🚘 Sign up for flood alerts:

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Due to recent rainfall, flooding is likely in areas across England. Flood water is full of unseen dangers – don’t put yourself at risk by driving through them. If you are planning a journey this weekend, check your flood risk before you leave:

Due to recent rainfall, flooding is likely in areas across England. Flood water is full of unseen dangers – don’t put yourself at risk by driving through them. If you are planning a journey this weekend, check your flood risk before you leave:

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Flood water can contain hidden dangers such as lifted manhole covers, sharp objects, sewage and chemicals. Don’t walk through #flood water, it’s not worth the risk. Check your local flood risk: #PrepareActSurvive #StormBabet

Flood water can contain hidden dangers such as lifted manhole covers, sharp objects, sewage and chemicals. Don’t walk through #flood water, it’s not worth the risk. Check your local flood risk: #PrepareActSurvive #StormBabet

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92% of England’s designated bathing sites are rated as good or excellent. We will continue to work with partners to ensure that we keep the sites clean for people and for nature. Check out the water quality at your local designated bathing sites:

92% of England’s designated bathing sites are rated as good or excellent. We will continue to work with partners to ensure that we keep the sites clean for people and for nature. Check out the water quality at your local designated bathing sites:

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The latest Water Environment (WFD) Classification results show us where water bodies are improving and where further action is needed. This data will help us direct investment and enforcement where it’s needed most to improve our waterways. More:

The latest Water Environment (WFD) Classification results show us where water bodies are improving and where further action is needed. This data will help us direct investment and enforcement where it’s needed most to improve our waterways. More:

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The poor performance of water and sewerage companies in England is unacceptable. We’ve tightened regulation, helping our bigger workforce uncover and act on breaches of environmental law.

The poor performance of water and sewerage companies in England is unacceptable. We’ve tightened regulation, helping our bigger workforce uncover and act on breaches of environmental law.

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#TeamEA worked with Severn Rivers Trust, Natural England and other partners to restore the River Kemp. By adding meanders back into the river we’ve improved water quality, reduced flood risk and created more room for wildlife to thrive. More:

#TeamEA worked with Severn Rivers Trust, Natural England and other partners to restore the River Kemp. By adding meanders back into the river we’ve improved water quality, reduced flood risk and created more room for wildlife to thrive. More:

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Why did the EA make the exceptional decision to clear up Kidlington? Environment Agency Director, Anna Burns, explains all. Watch the full video here:

Why did the EA make the exceptional decision to clear up Kidlington? Environment Agency Director, Anna Burns, explains all. Watch the full video here:

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Seven areas of England have moved into drought due to prolonged dry weather and exceptionally high temperatures. This is the second consecutive summer of drought, with widespread impacts on agriculture, nature and public water supplies. Find out more:

Seven areas of England have moved into drought due to prolonged dry weather and exceptionally high temperatures. This is the second consecutive summer of drought, with widespread impacts on agriculture, nature and public water supplies. Find out more:

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The wait is over. The clean-up starts now ⌛ Roughly 21,000 tonnes of illegal waste will be removed from Kidlington over the next six months, helping restore the area for local communities. Find out more:

The wait is over. The clean-up starts now ⌛ Roughly 21,000 tonnes of illegal waste will be removed from Kidlington over the next six months, helping restore the area for local communities. Find out more:

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Ever wondered how we alert you when flooding is expected? 🤔 We work closely with Met Office to turn their weather forecasts into flood alerts and warnings. Make sure you're signed up: #FloodActionWeek

Ever wondered how we alert you when flooding is expected? 🤔 We work closely with Met Office to turn their weather forecasts into flood alerts and warnings. Make sure you're signed up: #FloodActionWeek

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🚨 We’re introducing a whistleblowing portal to make it easier for water company workers to safely report wrongdoing they’ve witnessed at work. Reports will be treated in confidence and we may use findings to support our enforcement work. Read more:

🚨 We’re introducing a whistleblowing portal to make it easier for water company workers to safely report wrongdoing they’ve witnessed at work. Reports will be treated in confidence and we may use findings to support our enforcement work. Read more:

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Today we remember the 1953 floods, which saw 307 lives lost in England and more than 2,500 across Europe. This anniversary serves as a reminder of the devastation flooding can cause to communities. Read more: 🎥 Coastal Partnership East

Today we remember the 1953 floods, which saw 307 lives lost in England and more than 2,500 across Europe. This anniversary serves as a reminder of the devastation flooding can cause to communities. Read more: 🎥 Coastal Partnership East

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Never drive through flood water! Even if it looks shallow, it’s not worth the risk – it only takes 30cm of water to float your car 🚗 Find out how to prepare for flooding this Flood Action Week:

Never drive through flood water! Even if it looks shallow, it’s not worth the risk – it only takes 30cm of water to float your car 🚗 Find out how to prepare for flooding this Flood Action Week:

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50 land managers. 3,000 hectares. £100 million for nature recovery. 🌱 We're proud to have worked closely with project partners on the development the Evenlode Landscape Recovery project and are excited to see it move into the implementation phase with @naturalengland.

50 land managers. 3,000 hectares. £100 million for nature recovery. 🌱 We're proud to have worked closely with project partners on the development the Evenlode Landscape Recovery project and are excited to see it move into the implementation phase with @naturalengland.

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⚠️ Heavy rain from #StormClaudia could cause surface water flooding and later river flooding. 🚗 Plan journeys ahead 🚫 Don’t drive through flood water 📱 Get Flood Warnings Stay prepared:

⚠️ Heavy rain from #StormClaudia could cause surface water flooding and later river flooding. 🚗 Plan journeys ahead 🚫 Don’t drive through flood water 📱 Get Flood Warnings Stay prepared:

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When mysterious floods rose through Darcy’s home her world turned upside down. @Aardman’s new short film explores the unexpected impacts of groundwater flooding, and how together we can support each other through difficult times. Watch Darcy’s Tale here:

When mysterious floods rose through Darcy’s home her world turned upside down. @Aardman’s new short film explores the unexpected impacts of groundwater flooding, and how together we can support each other through difficult times. Watch Darcy’s Tale here:

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Knowing your flood risk is crucial to keeping yourself and your property safe. We've updated our digital tools to show how current and future flood and costal erosion risk could impact properties across the country. Find out more:

Knowing your flood risk is crucial to keeping yourself and your property safe. We've updated our digital tools to show how current and future flood and costal erosion risk could impact properties across the country. Find out more:

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🌊 As the weather warms up, we’re regularly monitoring water quality at 451 bathing waters across England. #TeamEA will test water quality over 7,000 times this year, to help you decide where and when to enjoy the water. Check Swimfo before heading out:

🌊 As the weather warms up, we’re regularly monitoring water quality at 451 bathing waters across England. #TeamEA will test water quality over 7,000 times this year, to help you decide where and when to enjoy the water. Check Swimfo before heading out:

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We have had one of the driest summers in recent years, but that doesn’t mean that flooding isn’t possible. Dry weather can actually increase the risk of flooding. Find out how 👇 Stay prepared: #FloodActionWeek

We have had one of the driest summers in recent years, but that doesn’t mean that flooding isn’t possible. Dry weather can actually increase the risk of flooding. Find out how 👇 Stay prepared: #FloodActionWeek

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One in four properties in England could be in areas at risk of river, sea or surface water flooding by mid-century. We've updated our risk mapping tools so we have the latest data to allow us to adapt to the changing climate and build a resilient nation.

One in four properties in England could be in areas at risk of river, sea or surface water flooding by mid-century. We've updated our risk mapping tools so we have the latest data to allow us to adapt to the changing climate and build a resilient nation.

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