@GeoscienceEA

Environment Agency's Groundwater & Contaminated Land teams tweeting about our precious groundwater resources, groundwater quality, legacy of Brownfield/Landfill

 England, United Kingdom
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Joined September 2017
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Geoscience EnvAgency retweeted
EnvAgencyAnglia@EnvAgencyAngliaAug 13
We've implemented the 'Lodes Granta Groundwater Scheme'. The scheme is comprised of six borehole sites, located to the East of Cambridge up to Newmarket. The scheme helps river levels, easing the pressure on public water supply and help wildlife struggling during the drought.
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Environment Agency
@EnvAgencyAug 6
The latest Water Environment (WFD) Classification results show us where water bodies are improving and where further action is needed. This data will help us direct investment and enforcement where it’s needed most to improve our waterways. More: gov.uk/government/news/new-d…
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Environment Agency
@EnvAgencyJul 29
Seven areas of England have moved into drought due to prolonged dry weather and exceptionally high temperatures. This is the second consecutive summer of drought, with widespread impacts on agriculture, nature and public water supplies. Find out more: gov.uk/government/news/droug…
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The River Severn may look like it has healthy summer flows, but this is down to the work we are doing behind the scene. Our Shropshire Groundwater Scheme is contributing around 80 Olympic-sized swimming pools of water a day 😲 Read more: gov.uk/government/news/envir…
A waterfall looking asset which is part of the Shropshire Groundwater Scheme.

ALT A waterfall looking asset which is part of the Shropshire Groundwater Scheme.

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Environment Agency
@EnvAgencyJul 21
Dry, hot weather is having an impact on our water supplies, environment and farming. The National Drought Group met yesterday to discuss the situation and response as dry weather continues over the summer. Read more: gov.uk/government/news/natio…
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Environment Agency
@EnvAgencyJun 23
Today marks 50 years since the last severe drought in the UK. We must continue to evolve to meet future water supply challenges. By working together across the sector, we can strengthen water resilience for the future. Read more: gov.uk/government/speeches/f…
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Environment AgencySE@EnvAgencySEMay 1
South East Water given £76,000 penalty for water supply breach. Human error blamed as enough water to fill 300,000 baths taken without Environment Agency licence 🗞️ Read all about it here - gov.uk/government/news/south…
A grassy area with two circular concrete structures surrounded by trees and greenery. Wildflowers are scattered across the grass.

ALT A grassy area with two circular concrete structures surrounded by trees and greenery. Wildflowers are scattered across the grass.

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Health and Safety Executive
@H_S_EApr 9
In 2020, a chemical company in Essex experienced two massive acid leaks - 300,000 litres of hydrochloric acid in January, followed by 87,000 litres of sulphuric acid in August. Read about the HSE investigation in the Annual Science Review 2026 here: hse.gov.uk/Research/assets/d…
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Environment Agency
@EnvAgencyMar 31
We’ve completed a record 10,000 water company inspections in the past year. This work is driving improvements across the industry and enabling more targeted action. Environment Officer David explains why this is such a significant step. gov.uk/government/news/inspe…
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Environment AgencySW@EnvAgencySWMar 3
1/3 We've launched two new websites to serve as one-stop-shops for advice, information and links to support for the unique incidents in Dorset and Wiltshire and Somerset.
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Environment AgencySW@EnvAgencySWMar 3
2/3 Dorset and Wiltshire, which largely reside on a chalk aquifer, are experiencing their worst groundwater flooding since 2014: engageenvironmentagency.uk.e…

Dorset and Wiltshire Groundwater Incident Response 2026

It was the wettest January on record for some catchments across Dorset and Wiltshire, with the Middle Stour recording the wettest January since records began in 1891. We continued to see unsettled...

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Environment AgencySW@EnvAgencySWFeb 10
Flood warnings and groundwater flood warnings remain in place in the South and South West with a few additions overnight, including Salisbury, Ringwood and Wilton. Stay flood aware and sign up for flood warnings: gov.uk/get-flood-warnings
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Defra UK
@DefraGovUKFeb 3
Forever chemicals shouldn’t be a forever problem. Our new PFAS plan will better protect people and the environment: defraenvironment.blog.gov.uk…
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Environment AgencySW@EnvAgencySWJan 31
⚠️ Groundwater flood warning for Dorset and Wiltshire Following Storm Chandra, groundwater levels are at or near record highs - matching or exceeding the levels that caused widespread flooding in 2013/14. Check if your area is affected: gov.uk/check-flooding
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Geologists at BGS have completed a major update to the geological map of the Yorkshire Wolds, where the underlying rocks and sediments play a vital role as natural reservoirs for the region’s underground water resources. bgs.ac.uk/news/new-geologica…
Coastal chalk cliffs in the Yorkshire Wolds (Flamborough Head). The sea is to the left of the image and the cliffs are to the right. There is a stack in the background.

ALT Coastal chalk cliffs in the Yorkshire Wolds (Flamborough Head). The sea is to the left of the image and the cliffs are to the right. There is a stack in the background.

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Project Groundwater
@ProjGroundwater11 Dec 2025
Is flood risk really just about one source of flooding? Or do many communities live with the reality of multiple sources of flood risk? Join host Katie and Dr Paul Ellis in the latest episode of Groundwater Rising as they deep dive into how groundwater plays a role in different flood risks. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! 🎧 orlo.uk/Flood_Source_Interac…
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Following a wet autumn, rivers and reservoirs in our West and East Midlands Areas have recovered enough to take these areas out of drought. However, typical winter rainfall will be needed to fully replenish rivers, reservoirs and aquifers. Read more: gov.uk/government/news/lates…
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Environment AgencySW@EnvAgencySW28 Nov 2025
If you own land or property – don't be a waste criminal's next victim. Make sure you know how to protect yourself and what to look out for.
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Where in the UK can you find the best-tasting water, and more importantly - which water chemistry produces the ideal cup of tea? 🍵 Join us as we explore the geology behind great water with guest and water sommelier Milin Patel. Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/4AJ…
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A selection of our most widely used maps have received a major update. The latest version of BGS Geology 50K now covers the majority of Great Britain plus the Isle of Man, an estimated 236 000 km2.
A slice of the BGS Geology 50K data shown for the south Nottinghamshire area. The colours are red, blue, yellow and rust.

ALT A slice of the BGS Geology 50K data shown for the south Nottinghamshire area. The colours are red, blue, yellow and rust.

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