How would Bexhill cope with flood?

Councillor Stuart Wood is concerned that blocked drains around the town centre would prevent water running away in the event of flash flooding.

He said: "I always look when I am out cycling around at how many drains have not been cleaned, and lots have weeds growing out of them."

He contacted Graham Furness, Network Manager of East Sussex County Council, to highlight the problem and was told the policy of East Sussex Highways is to clean drains in urban areas once a year - however this has not always been possible.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad