Nature groups are calling for stronger safeguards after the water quality of the River Waveney was found to have five “chemical cocktails” in it as part of an Environmental Agency report into our waterways. Figures from the report showed the sewer overflow at Brewers Green spilled 15 times last year for a total of 310 hours, while one in Tharston spilled 24 times for a total of 388 hours. The River Waveney. Picture: Mecha MortonAn overflow at Dickleburgh Moor spilled 24 times for a total of 233 hours and one at Thorndon spilled 32 times for a total of 568 hours. “Because they operate after heavy rainfall, we know the vast majority of what comes out of storm overflows is rainwater.

Source: Express May 26, 2023 05:13 UTC