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The Latest Breaking News from the Environment Agency

New ‘drones squad’ to gather evidence at illegal waste dumps

This new aerial surveillance initiative aims to bolster efforts to track and prosecute environmental offenders

The Independent UK

Unsettled weather set to continue for another month, forecasters warn

There are currently 65 flood warnings, where flooding is expected, and 179 flood alerts, where it is possible, in place across England.

The Independent UK

Thames Barrier to shut as heavy rain poses risk of flooding 'for another month'

There are currently 65 flood warnings, where flooding is expected, and 179 flood alerts, where it is possible, in place across England

Evening Standard

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The death of Heather Preen: how an eight-year-old lost her life amid sewage crisis

In 1999, Heather Preen contracted E coli on a Devon beach. Two weeks later she died. Now, as a new Channel 4 show dramatises the scandal, her mother, Julie Maughan, explains why she is still looking for someone to take responsibility

The Guardian - UK

One in nine new homes in England built in areas of flood risk, study shows

Figures from Aviva also show number of homes being built in risky areas is on the rise

The Guardian - UK

Mapped: Where will rain and ice hit the UK this week

Warnings for rain, ice, and flooding are in place for much of the country

The Independent UK

Ice warning in force as flooding expected in more than 70 areas

A yellow ice warning is in place covering eastern Scotland and north-east England until 10am on Monday.

Evening Standard

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New yellow warning for ice issued by Met Office

A warning has been issued covering eastern Scotland and north-east England until 10am on Monday.

Evening Standard

Met Office issues yellow weather warning as snow and rain to hit UK

The Environment Agency urged the public to remain vigilant amid the ongoing flood risk

The Independent UK

Snow warning in force as flooding expected in more than 70 areas

The Environment Agency has urged the public to remain vigilant amid the ongoing flood risk.

Evening Standard

UK braces for snow and flooding with numerous warnings in place

The public has been asked to remain vigilant as flood risks remain while there is also a yellow eather warning for snow and ice

The Independent UK

Snow and ice warning in force as flooding expected in more than 70 areas

A series of warnings expired throughout Saturday, but a snow and ice warning covers most of Scotland and large parts of England until 10am on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Race to find source of carcinogenic Pfas in Cumbria and Lancashire waters

Exclusive: High levels of banned ‘forever chemical’ have been detected in rivers and groundwater at 25 sites

The Guardian - UK

River Thames spot among 13 sites shortlisted for swimming status

Choice could prove difficult for Thames Water, which is trying to push through a water recycling scheme nearby

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The Independent UK

Cold weather health alert issued for large parts of UK as temperatures plunge as low as -4C

Weather to pose a risk to vulnerable people with freezing conditions forecast in several major cities

The Independent UK

Flood warnings and weather alerts for rain in place across the UK

Floods likely to affect properties and delay travel services next week

The Guardian - UK

England and Wales brace for downpours with more than 200 active flood alerts

Met Office issues fresh yellow warning for rain as parts of England are still recovering from extensive flooding

The Guardian - UK

Fumes, rats and maggots: peer urges Environment Agency to clear illegal dump in Wigan

Shas Sheehan challenges refusal to remove 25,000 tonnes of waste causing ‘grave environmental hazard’ near school

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Illegal Dump the Size of a Football Field Triggers Arrests in Oxfordshire

Two men have been arrested in connection with a huge fly tip that appeared in a field in Oxfordshire

The Guardian - UK

Nearly 150 flood alerts in place across England in aftermath of Storm Chandra

Met Office issues yellow rain alerts in south-west, with 66 flood warnings – indicating expected flooding – in force

The Conversation

How to cut harmful emissions from ditches and canals – new research

Ditches and canals are the underdog of the freshwater world. These human-made waterways are often forgotten, devalued and perceived negatively – think “dull as ditchwater”. But these unsung heroes have a hidden potential for climate change mitigation, if they’re managed correctly.

The Independent UK

Met Office warns heavy rain could disrupt transport and worsen flooding

Rain will fall on already saturated ground following Storm Chandra, raising concerns of further flooding

Evening Standard

UK weather: Floods set to worsen as heavy rain brings more travel disruption

A yellow rain alert is in place from 12pm on Thursday until 3am on Friday for parts of south-west England

The Independent UK

Retired couple fear ‘scariest’ Storm Chandra flooding as major incident declared

Lesley and John Parker, from Somerset, also criticised the Environment Agency for their response to the storm

Evening Standard

Environment Agency tells people to stay vigilant as flood risk continues

About 63 properties have been flooded across the country.

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