Environment Agency
@EnvAgency
It's our job to look after your environment and create better places for people and wildlife.
🌊 As the weather warms up, we’re regularly monitoring water quality at 451 bathing waters across England. #TeamEA will test water quality over 7,000 times this year, to help you decide where and when to enjoy the water. Check Swimfo before heading out: environment.data.gov.uk/bwq/profiles/?…
The poor performance of water and sewerage companies in England is unacceptable. We’ve tightened regulation, helping our officers uncover and act on breaches of environmental law. We’re holding water companies to account. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…
Our changing climate means extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe. At the Environment Agency, we're developing new, innovative approaches to protect people and planet from these threats. As part of #NetZeroWeek, our Chair Alan Lovell explained more👇
16% of child accidental drownings on inland waters are from jumping and diving in. Make sure your child knows what to do if they get into trouble in water during the hot weather this weekend. Remind them to follow safety signage and #FloatToLive if they get into difficulty.
Keep fly tippers off your property ❌ 86% of landowners have been affected by small-scale fly tipping. Don't let it be you next. Check out the National Fly Tipping Prevention Group website for tips to protect your property: nftpg.com
Just 27% of waste crime incidents get reported. We urge landowners and farmers to report any illegal activity. It’s essential to know when and where offences are happening so we can stop waste criminals. Check out more of the National Waste Crime Survey results 👇
Heavy showers will develop this afternoon for many parts of the country, although some areas will stay largely dry and bright 🌦️ Thundery downpours are also possible at times ⛈️ Western areas will be cloudier with outbreaks of rain 🌧️
Heavy rain means some areas across England may be impacted by surface water flooding today. If you come across water on the roads, don't attempt to drive through it - it's not worth the risk. Stay prepared and check for flooding: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk
BREAKING: Ofwat abolished in biggest overhaul of water since privatisation. New water regulator established to cut pollution into our rivers and protect families from massive bill hikes. Water responsibilities across four regulators merged into one. gov.uk/government/new…
Roads may be flooded following this weekend’s heavy rain. Never drive through flood water - it takes just 30cm of water to float your car. Plan journeys ahead of time and check your local flood risks: gov.uk/check-flooding
Showers have continued spreading northwards through the night, heavy in places with thunderstorms off the northeast coast ⛈️ Here's the latest radar update 👇
BREAKING: Government will slash sewage pollution from water companies in half. We’re cleaning up our rivers, lakes, and seas. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…
⚠️Heavy rain forecast this weekend means there is an increased risk of surface water flooding. This type of flooding can happen very quickly, so it's important you stay prepared and understand the risks.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain overnight and into the weekend could lead to flooding. Stay vigilant and please don’t drive through floodwater, just 30cm is enough to float your car - it isn't worth the risk.
Today's yellow thunderstorm warning across parts of northeast England has been updated Valid 1100 - 2000 Stay #WeatherAware
Do you know someone aged 13+ who's passionate about the environment? We've teamed up with Springpod to offer an accessible online work experience programme, giving young people a chance to explore careers in flood and coastal management. Find out more: environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/17/inc…
As holidaymakers flock to beaches across the UK, the Coast Clever safety campaign from HM Coastguard urges visitors to stay safe by following simple safety advice at the coast. More information ⬇️ #CoastClever #Coastguard #WaterSafety f.mtr.cool/wdnsanzvfl
This skip hire company leased land to illegally store and process waste. Now, they're paying the price with a £48,000 penalty. If you're leasing your land to a waste company, don't get stung by waste criminals. Always check their permits. gov.uk/government/new…
Across the country, we saw 20% less rainfall than average last month. The National Drought Group met today to ensure water companies, farmers and the public are using water wisely to ensure our supplies last through summer as dry weather continues. gov.uk/government/new…
We help farmers protect the environment by regulating things like slurry storage. Slurry is animal waste mixed with water. It's stored to be used as fertiliser. Slurry lagoons must be watertight to avoid polluting groundwater and rivers. Guidance here: gov.uk/guidance/stori…
We're expanding our work to monitor and prevent water pollution. ✅More enforcement officers ✅Better equipment ✅Improved technology This funding will give #TeamEA more resources to hold water companies firmly to account. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…
The @EnvAgency will receive its largest ever budget to tackle water pollution as part of our plan to clean up our rivers, lakes and seas for good. Funded by charges on water companies, polluters will pay the regulatory costs, not taxpayers. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…