Abnormal Load Movements – Combwich to Hinkley Point Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December
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Severe weather update – key points
Somerset Council colleagues are busy preparing for possible disruption to transport, potential high winds and flash flooding events overnight on Wednesday and into Thursday, as Storm Ciaren pushes across our region.
Our teams are also on standby for any clear-up duties and assistance to vulnerable people in our communities.
The timing of rainfall, high tides and the already-saturated farmland, means there is a risk of flooding on the Somerset Levels.
Whilst the strongest winds are forecast outside of Somerset at present, we know this can change and are alert to numerous hazards – from major power outages, to flying firewood from community bonfires.
What to do
Anyone who experiences property flooding can report it online at:
FORT – Home (geowessex.com) or email flooding@somerset.gov.uk
If you are aware of anyone who needs support, please advise them to call 0300 123 2224 and choose option 1 during office hours.
What can I do to prepare for flooding?
Thinking ahead and preparing for what the weather may bring can make a real difference to homes, businesses and communities.
One of the first things is to check is whether a property is at risk of flooding.
Somerset Council recommends taking precautionary measures and purchasing sandbags in case of flooding emergencies. If sandbags are not available, you can use:
Flooding and roads – key information
Heavy rain and flooding present a danger to drivers – road users are urged NOT to attempt to drive across flooded roads as it is not possible to estimate the depth of the water reliably.
It’s vital to prepare for wet conditions. Motorists are urged to proceed with extreme caution. If caught in flood conditions there is information and advice here: Adverse weather conditions (somersetroadsafety.org)
For drain and gully problems, or any issue on the highway report it easily and quickly here – Report a problem on the road (somerset.gov.uk).
What to do during a flood
There is information on what to do during a flood on the Somerset Prepared website. In an immediate flood emergency or where there is a risk to life, follow the advice of the emergency services.
What to do after a flood
Following a flood there will be hazards revealed as the water clears. Consider the following when recovering from the impacts of an incident.
Protect yourself from future flooding
It is advisable to plan how to respond to a flood. Information and tools are available to help you plan ahead.
Download the ‘Prepare. Act. Survive.’ flood plan to help reduce the impact of flooding. For information on flood warnings visit the Government’s flood warnings webpages.
Looking after yourself and mental health
We know that heavy rainfall may trigger feelings of anxiety, fear or worry, particularly for those who have been previously affected by flooding. Here are some things you can do to help reduce any feelings of anxiety caused by heavy rainfall and the activation of local flood defences:
Stay up to date on weather information and warnings. If you’re aware of the latest information, you may gain a sense of control over the situation. Check for flooding – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Transportation of equipment along the C182 – Sunday 29th of October
Transportation of equipment from Combwich Wharf northbound along the C182 to the Hinkley Point C construction site.
will take place on :
Sunday 29th October between 9am – 5pm
Due to the size and shape of this equipment, these deliveries will be managed via an escorted ‘rolling roadblock’ and will take approx. 45 minutes to travel to site.
If you wish to find out further details please email: edfenergy@hpcenquiries.com or call us on 0333 009 7070.
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This will apply from from the junction with Wick Pound, to the junction with Wick for a total distance of 289
metres.
Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=
The order becomes effective on 03rd November 2023 and will remain in force for eighteen months.
The works are expected to commence on 8th November 2023 and last for 2 days (08:00 – 16:00) to enable Utility Services Ltd on behalf of Openreach to carry out works to replace a pole.
The contractor has indicated that access for Emergency Services through the site is permitted on this occasion.
For any further information about this closure please contact Utility Services Ltd on 0191 3039 782, quoting reference: ttro166892W(WS).
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