Chicken industry must halt expansion to stop ‘environmental scandal’ in River Severn Campaigners warn of same ‘tragic events’ as in River Wye if planners ignore pollution risks of intensive production The Guardian - UK · Jul 14, 2024
Villagers ferried to pub by boat after floods submerge path The Camp House Inn is surrounded by water after the River Severn burst its banks following days of heavy rain The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2023
England may be set to flood at the end of winter – here's why Within the space of a week in February 2022, England and Wales were affected by three severe storms (Dudley, Eunice and Franklin). Persistent heavy rain led to the flooding of around 400 properties and severe flood warnings were issued for several major rivers, including the River Severn. Now, the UK… The Conversation · Jan 10, 2023
UK town builds enormous wall around River Severn to hold back flood waters in heavy rain Flood barriers have been erected in Bewdley, Worcestershire, and other towns across the country as heavy rain is predicted for Tuesday and river levels remain high Daily Mirror · Jan 9, 2023
Mum and baby dolphin rescued after being beached on banks of river on Boxing Day A mother dolphin and her calf were found stranded in the mudbanks of the River Severn near Newnham, Gloucestershire, and were rescued by passers by on Boxing Day Daily Mirror · Dec 30, 2022
The Wales players out of contract at the end of the season amid worrying freeze on new deals Top Welsh players could be ripe for approaches amid the contract freeze in the game this side of the River Severn Wales Online · Nov 30, 2022
Ospreys deny rumours region has offered WRU 50% stake and could go bust Welsh rugby is still waiting for a new deal for the professional game this side of the River Severn Wales Online · Nov 12, 2022
English Holiday Cruises appoints former Royal Marine as head chef The Gloucestershire-based company, which offers cruise trips on the River Severn, reported a huge increase in demand last year Birmingham Post · Jul 27, 2022
Drifting with dragonflies: a canoeing trip on the River Severn near Shrewsbury While the Wye struggles with pollution, an overnight paddle and camping trip in Shropshire points the way to a gentle wildlife revival alongside England’s longest river The Guardian - UK · Jul 21, 2022
Investigation launched after human remains found in the River Severn Police have launched an investigation after human remains were found in the River Severn in Shropshire. Evening Standard · May 22, 2022
Human remains found in River Severn and were 'in water for significant amount of time' Human remains were discovered in the River Severn by a member of the public who was passing by yesterday evening, the cause of death or identity of the remains are both unknown Daily Mirror · May 22, 2022
Body found in River Severn at Shrewsbury in search for missing man Nathan Fleetwood, 21, was last seen on the night of 27 March in Shrewsbury town centre The Guardian - UK · Apr 16, 2022
Man, 25, who killed model ex before dumping her body in river jailed for life Charles Byrne killed his ex-partner Christina Rowe while seriously mentally unwell and he then proceeded to dump her body in the River Severn not far from where he lived at the time Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2022
Snow and ice are set to hit parts of the country The Environment Agency said that severe flooding is expected to continue. The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2022
Daily Mirror · Feb 23, 2022 Search for stranded families in flood-hit homes after River Severn burst banks Most homeowners heeded warnings and evacuated their riverside properties as the water peaked at near record levels and the River Severn burst its banks
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2022 ‘Danger to life’ warnings in West Midlands after flooding Towns in Worcestershire and Shropshire see the River Severn rise after three back-to-back storms
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 Residents urged to stay vigilant after ‘incredibly frightening’ floods The last week has seen storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin cause problems across the country and about 400 properties have been flooded.
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 Anxious wait for river levels to peak in flooded areas The Met Office issued yellow warnings for wind and snow across parts of northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland on Wednesday.
Evening Standard · Feb 23, 2022 UK weather forecast: Wind and snow warnings issued as flooding risks remain A yellow warning for wind is in place across much of north-east England and parts of Scotland until 3pm on Wednesday
Wales Online · Feb 23, 2022 Pictures show extent of flooding as homeowners warned to prepare for more The Environment Agency has warned more flooding could come in the hours and days ahead
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 Wind and snow warnings issued as flooding risks remain A yellow warning for wind is in place across much of north-east England and parts of Scotland until 3pm on Wednesday.
Wales Online · Feb 23, 2022 UK set for more flooding alongside warnings for gusty winds and heavy snow The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind across north-east England, Cumbria, North Yorkshire and parts of Scotland from 6am to 3pm on Wednesday
The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2022 Warnings for heavy snow and gusty winds as significant flooding expected Two severe flood warnings are in place meaning there is a danger to life.
The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2022 Flood water breaches River Severn defences with more heavy rain, 70mph winds and snow on the way Met Office issues two new yellow warnings for Wednesday and Thursday
The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2022 Environment Agency urges communities to be prepared for significant flooding There are two severe flood warnings in place.