The Environment Agency has expressed concern regarding the state of 55 high consequence flood defences in northern Lincolnshire, indicating that their condition is ‘below the required standard’. It has been inferred that these flood defences are in need of maintenance work. Despite this, the agency has reassured locals that these defences, while potentially not in ideal condition, may still perform adequately in case of a flood. This information is vitally important to communities in the region who are dependent on these structures for protection from prospective flooding, more so in inclement weather conditions.
This article is based on original reporting by www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk, as adapted by The Lincoln Post.
