Hemsby Erosion in the news
Rapid coastal erosion in Norfolk threatens homes and businesses
Had we been listened to ten years ago, we’d have a much wider beach than we do right now.’ Owner of the Lacon Arms, Lorna Bevan, speaks to GB News’ Theo Chikomba, as residents from Hemsby in Norfolk fear they’ll lose their homes due to rapid coastal erosion. You can read the whole GB News…
Read MoreHemsby: Lifeboat out of service after more coastal erosion
A lifeboat serving a village plagued by coastal erosion is out of action after its access ramp washed away. About 4m (13ft) of the ramp at Hembsy has disappeared, just weeks after it was rebuilt following high tides in March You can read the whole BBC news article HERE
Read MoreLosing your home is a massive thing – how the climate crisis came to Norfolk
In Hemsby, people are watching their houses fall into the sea, while insurers refuse to pay out – and the authorities do nothing to help. On a grey, bitterly cold March day, a large yellow digger is smashing its bucket into a small bungalow on the dunes. There is a wrenching tear. Within the time…
Read MoreHemsby Erosion – Residents remain defiant for sea defence
After the recent storms, Kevin’s home and six others now sit around 5 metres from the cliff edge. You can read the whole Great Yarmouth Mercury article HERE
Read MoreRock defense work starts on erosion hit Hemsby coast
Work has started to protect a vulnerable stretch of coastline in the east of England which has been ravaged by erosion in the last few weeks. You can read the whole BBC News article HERE
Read MoreEmergency sea defences ‘too late’ for cliff-top homes lost to coastal erosion in Hemsby, Norfolk
Thousands of tonnes of rock is being shipped to a coastal village in Norfolk to help stop it from collapsing into the sea. Three homes built on sand dunes at Hemsby were demolished this weekend after they became perilously close to the edge due to coastal erosion. You can read the whole ITV News article HERE
Read MoreWarning coastal erosion in Norfolk will harm tourism as houses pulled down
Councillor says continuing loss of land to the sea would damage local economy, which is heavily dependant on visitors You can read the whole Guardian Newspaper story HERE
Read MoreFears for future of Norfolk seaside resort as erosion forces closure of beach
Hemsby residents say sea defences are crucial as beach is closed after high tides washed away large amount of sand You can read the whole Guardian Newspaper story HERE
Read MorePopular Norfolk beach shuts as alarming speed of erosion threatens coastal homes
The coastline at Hemsby, just north of Great Yarmouth, has suffered a significant collapse, threatening homes and businesses. You can watch this ITV news report HERE
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