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Published: 3:13 PM February 5, 2021    Works on a localised flood defence scheme alongside Kirkley Stream in Lowestoft is progressing well. Picture: Mick Howes - Credit: Mick Howes A scheme of work to reduce the risk of flooding to homes in Lowestoft has taken a significant step forward. With a number of areas in Lowestoft vulnerable to surface water flooding, particularly around Kirkley Stream, works on a localised flood defence scheme started in August last year. Works on a localised flood defence scheme alongside Kirkley Stream in Lowestoft is progressing well. Picture: Mick Howes - Cr...

Flooding in 2013 in London Road South, Lowestoft. - Credit: Nick Butcher Hundreds of homes have moved a step closer to being protected from flooding after the start of riverbed investigations. Work began on Monday, February 1, as part of the Lowestoft Flood Risk Management Project, which will see up to 40m deep test holes drilled into the riverbed at the harbour entrance, east of the bascule bridge. The work, which is expected to last around the clock for four weeks, will provide information on the ground structure to help design the foundations of the tidal barrier. East Suffolk Council cab...