Emergency responses shared at 'Somerset Prepared' event

The ‘Somerset prepared’ awards have been taking place

Community representatives today gathered at West Monkton Village Hall
Author: Andrew KayPublished 13th Oct 2022
Last updated 13th Oct 2022

Different villages and towns from across Somerset today came together to share best practice ideas for things like flood, snow and fire responses.

Talks included from the Environment Agency, Somerset Rivers Authority and Wiveliscombe Town Council - who talked about the local emergency planning they've been doing.

The 'Somerset Prepared' awards have also been taking place as part of the event to celebrate the communities with the best plans in place.

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