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Read more on the 2026 Butterfly Survey from Simon Collings at the Oxford Flood Alliance: bit.ly/4iAWyus
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Oxford Flood Scheme retweeted
It's #FloodActionWeek!
Don't assume it won't happen to you.
Know what to do:
🏠 move items to safety
⚡ turn off utilities
🚨 follow emergency advice.
Learn more: floodaction.campaign.gov.uk/…
Oxford Flood Scheme retweeted
👀 Are you flood ready, or not?
Check out the 5 things you can do this #FloodActionWeek to be better prepared for a flood.
Take action to protect yourself, your family and your home now 👇
floodaction.campaign.gov.uk/…
Here are some simple actions you can take this #FloodActionWeek to prepare for flooding. Sign up to receive flood warnings here: gov.uk/get-flood-warnings
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While in drought, flooding may not be top of our minds. But drought can increase risk of surface water flooding. Read more: bit.ly/3TCALsB. In Oxford, 1 in 24 homes are at risk of flooding, making #FloodActionWeek an important reminder to know your risk and prepare.
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When we have weeks of hot, dry weather, the ground becomes hard and compacted, which means it acts more like concrete than a sponge. So, when heavy rain arrives, the ground can't soak it in quickly enough and instead runs off the surface, causing flash flooding
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Missed our latest newsletter? Read about Full Business Case approval by HM Treasury, the appointment of GRAHAM as our construction partner, and the launch of the Local Liaison Group: bit.ly/4yOy5ag
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Three temporary barriers currently help protect around 150 of Oxford’s most vulnerable properties from smaller floods. Once complete, the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme will reduce flood risk for ALL properties currently at risk from the River Thames.
In Oxford, 1 in 24 homes are at high risk of flooding. The highest of any major city in England.
That’s why the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme matters. It will help protect homes, roads and vital services when flooding hits bit.ly/4zc5FYw
Did you know that Oxford has some of the finest fisheries with a wide range of freshwater fish, including prized carp, barbel, roach and pike? bit.ly/4q7L9nQ
To fish in Oxford, you must have a valid rod licence. Details can be found on bit.ly/4wWy2bQ
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Did you know that the EA in collaboration with Portsmouth University has conducted research on the impact of microplastics on fish?
Find out more: bit.ly/3SadCfN
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