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Chicken industry must halt expansion to stop ‘environmental scandal’ in River Severn

Campaigners warn of same ‘tragic events’ as in River Wye if planners ignore pollution risks of intensive production

The Guardian - UK

Villagers ferried to pub by boat after floods submerge path

The Camp House Inn is surrounded by water after the River Severn burst its banks following days of heavy rain

The Independent UK

England may be set to flood at the end of winter – here's why

Within the space of a week in February 2022, England and Wales were affected by three severe storms (Dudley, Eunice and Franklin). Persistent heavy rain led to the flooding of around 400 properties and severe flood warnings were issued for several major rivers, including the River Severn. Now, the UK…

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UK town builds enormous wall around River Severn to hold back flood waters in heavy rain

Flood barriers have been erected in Bewdley, Worcestershire, and other towns across the country as heavy rain is predicted for Tuesday and river levels remain high

Daily Mirror

Mum and baby dolphin rescued after being beached on banks of river on Boxing Day

A mother dolphin and her calf were found stranded in the mudbanks of the River Severn near Newnham, Gloucestershire, and were rescued by passers by on Boxing Day

Daily Mirror

The Wales players out of contract at the end of the season amid worrying freeze on new deals

Top Welsh players could be ripe for approaches amid the contract freeze in the game this side of the River Severn

Wales Online

Ospreys deny rumours region has offered WRU 50% stake and could go bust

Welsh rugby is still waiting for a new deal for the professional game this side of the River Severn

Wales Online

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English Holiday Cruises appoints former Royal Marine as head chef

The Gloucestershire-based company, which offers cruise trips on the River Severn, reported a huge increase in demand last year

Birmingham Post

Drifting with dragonflies: a canoeing trip on the River Severn near Shrewsbury

While the Wye struggles with pollution, an overnight paddle and camping trip in Shropshire points the way to a gentle wildlife revival alongside England’s longest river

The Guardian - UK

Investigation launched after human remains found in the River Severn

Police have launched an investigation after human remains were found in the River Severn in Shropshire.

Evening Standard

Human remains found in River Severn and were 'in water for significant amount of time'

Human remains were discovered in the River Severn by a member of the public who was passing by yesterday evening, the cause of death or identity of the remains are both unknown

Daily Mirror

Body found in River Severn at Shrewsbury in search for missing man

Nathan Fleetwood, 21, was last seen on the night of 27 March in Shrewsbury town centre

The Guardian - UK

Man, 25, who killed model ex before dumping her body in river jailed for life

Charles Byrne killed his ex-partner Christina Rowe while seriously mentally unwell and he then proceeded to dump her body in the River Severn not far from where he lived at the time

Daily Mirror

Snow and ice are set to hit parts of the country

The Environment Agency said that severe flooding is expected to continue.

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Search for stranded families in flood-hit homes after River Severn burst banks

Most homeowners heeded warnings and evacuated their riverside properties as the water peaked at near record levels and the River Severn burst its banks

The Guardian - UK

‘Danger to life’ warnings in West Midlands after flooding

Towns in Worcestershire and Shropshire see the River Severn rise after three back-to-back storms

The Independent UK

Residents urged to stay vigilant after ‘incredibly frightening’ floods

The last week has seen storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin cause problems across the country and about 400 properties have been flooded.

The Independent UK

Anxious wait for river levels to peak in flooded areas

The Met Office issued yellow warnings for wind and snow across parts of northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland on Wednesday.

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Evening Standard

UK weather forecast: Wind and snow warnings issued as flooding risks remain

A yellow warning for wind is in place across much of north-east England and parts of Scotland until 3pm on Wednesday

Wales Online

Pictures show extent of flooding as homeowners warned to prepare for more

The Environment Agency has warned more flooding could come in the hours and days ahead

The Independent UK

Wind and snow warnings issued as flooding risks remain

A yellow warning for wind is in place across much of north-east England and parts of Scotland until 3pm on Wednesday.

Wales Online

UK set for more flooding alongside warnings for gusty winds and heavy snow

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind across north-east England, Cumbria, North Yorkshire and parts of Scotland from 6am to 3pm on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Warnings for heavy snow and gusty winds as significant flooding expected

Two severe flood warnings are in place meaning there is a danger to life.

The Independent UK

Flood water breaches River Severn defences with more heavy rain, 70mph winds and snow on the way

Met Office issues two new yellow warnings for Wednesday and Thursday

The Independent UK

Environment Agency urges communities to be prepared for significant flooding

There are two severe flood warnings in place.

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