Work is ongoing at a village plagued by severe flooding as the winter approaches. The banks of the Cuckmere River in Alfriston and the flood embankments in place to protect the village are currently being repaired. Alfriston is subject to consistent flooding during the winter which is caused by overflowing of the section near the village.
The A27 north of the village often is flooded also during this period and causes major traffic disruptions. Earlier this year hundreds of residents were left without water, as flooding caused issues with a Southern Water treatment plant. A spokeswoman for the Alfriston Parish Council said: “The flooding experienced in the village last winter was unprecedented with numerous floods from October right through to April.
Earlier this year Alfriston suffered from severe flooding (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) “These not only caused damage to the riverbanks, roads and footpaths but also meant that roads into the village had to be closed leaving residents and businesses cut off. This severely affected local businesses as well as residents. “We very much hope that the work being carried out now will greatly improve the situation this winter.
” READ MORE: Flood warning issued near Crawley as homes at risk The Environment Agency said it is monitoring the mouth of the river and clearing the shingle when it becomes necessary. An Environment Agency spokesman said: "In the winter we install a mobile pump at Alfriston to help move surface water, g.