Worcester is facing challenges as flooding from the River Severn uproots trees, raising concerns about the local landscape and wildlife.
Worcester: Recently, the River Severn has been causing quite a stir. Flooding has uprooted several trees near the Diglis Fish Pass, and it’s not looking good.
These floods have made the bank give way a bit, leading to trees sliding down. It’s a real mess, and local leaders are worried about how this affects the city’s landscape.
Lynn Denham, the city council leader, and Glyn Marshall from the Worcester Angling Trust are both sounding the alarm. Glyn explained that when the river floods, the water hits the bank and undercuts it, which is a big problem.
He pointed out that every year, the floods change the river’s look and cause serious erosion. Plus, there’s cracking in the pavement along the path to the fish pass, which isn’t great either.
Glyn is also concerned that more trees might fall since some have their roots exposed now. The trees are leaning over the bank and into the river, which is a bit alarming.
Severn Trent, the landowner, has acknowledged the issue and said they’ll work on retrieving the washed-up trees. They’re on it, but it’s still a worry.
Even though the Worcester Canal and River Trust doesn’t own the rivers, they’re trying to keep things safe for everyone using the waterways.
Cllr Denham expressed her concerns about the impact on wildlife and the trees. She mentioned that while flooding is nothing new for Worcester, it’s crucial to think about the future and possibly plant sturdier trees.
Lastly, the Worcester Angling Society has advised its members to be extra careful when fishing, especially after floods, as the riverbanks can change dramatically.
