Low-lying communities along the Humber are at high risk of tidal flooding and rising sea levels,” said
Low-lying communities along the Humber are at high risk of tidal flooding and rising sea levels,” said “Works to improve the flood defences are vital to manage that threat and will help drive business confidence and investment in the area. But despite our best efforts, flooding can still happen . That’s why we urge people to prepare and plan for the worst, including by signing up to receive flood warnings by visiting gov.Uk.” Stallingborough’s coastal walls were originally built following devastating floods in 1953. They are now at increasing risk of damage from rising sea levels and more frequent storms. Rock armour is a sustainable and low-carbon flood defence tool that minimises the potential impact on the area’s important habitats. It will help fortify the walls and prevent the sea undermining them, helping to reduce flood risk for at least a further 25 years, taking account of climate change predictions. It’s claimed the upgrades are expected to generate economic benefi...