Drains cleared of blame in Waltham Forest flooding
A newly published report on the floods that devastated Waltham Forest last year argues they were not made worse by
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Concern over Shoebury homes plan as roads flood
Flooding on roads close to a site set to be transformed into more than 200 homes has sparked concerns over
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Severe storms will be ‘new normal’ says Thames Water as Redbridge Council calls for improvements to drains
Redbridge Council has called on Thames Water to urgently improve its drains following recent flash floods. At a cabinet meeting
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Havering gulleys worsen flooding
Recent flooding in Havering would have been even worse if the borough’s drains had all been cleaned, a senior council
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Residents face aftermath of flooding in Walthamstow
Walthamstow residents badly hit by Sunday’s flooding say some homes were filled to knee-height or higher with water. Water began
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Flooding hits hospital
Torrential rain has resulted in flooding across parts of east London with Whipps Cross Hospital badly affected. Inpatients are being
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Downpour causes flooding in Havering
Havering Council teams have been working to clear up the affected roads, drains and gulleys after a downpour and hailstorm
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Essex climate commission warns homes at risk of flooding could double without action
The chief executive of Essex County Council (ECC) has pledged to make sure it remains accountable in ensuring green recommendations
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Questions regarding Chelmsford local plan after development land floods
Land which has been earmarked for around 250 homes in Chelmsford has been left knee deep in floodwater – calling
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Clean up continues after flooding in Rainham
The leader of Havering Council visited Rainham today to ensure that residents are receiving the best possible support as they
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