#BattleOfTheBeaches23: We kick off the first match with the district's two far corners fighting it out to be the winning end of our district – for Horsey & Holkham, the heat is on! Match 1: Horsey vs Holkham VOTE BELOW 🏖️🔽

#BattleOfTheBeaches23: For Match 2, we have Wells vs Waxham – one winner could ride the waves all the way to the next round! Will Wells win? Will Waxham walk it? Vote now! Match 2: Wells vs Waxham VOTE BELOW 🏖️🔽

🚨 Today is World Drowning Prevention Day. Do one thing to prevent drowning - learn how to perform rescue and resuscitation. Learn more: ow.ly/Yam350PjgzQ World Health Organization (WHO) #DrowningPrevention

BEACHES: This August, we'll be joined by the RNLI and Norfolk Police as we talk all things beach safety and seaside fun, with workshops, demonstrations and even some rock-pooling!

Tomorrow, new demountable flood defences on Hamilton Road will be tested between 8am - 4pm. These will be used in combination with existing temporary barriers to reduce the risk of flooding to Lowestoft. ow.ly/AML950PNS4v East Suffolk Council Coastal Partnership East #ProtectLowestoft

East Suffolk Council has applied to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for a Transport and Works Act Order required to progress the Lowestoft Tidal Barrier project. eastsuffolk.co/twao

It's #FloodActionWeek! Around 5.5 million homes and businesses are at risk of flooding. Don't assume it won't happen to you. 👉 Learn what to do in a flood: gov.uk/prepare-for-fl…

Did you know that just 30cm of flowing water is enough to move your car? You should never drive through floodwater. This #FloodActionWeek find out the actions you can take to stay safe. gov.uk/prepare-for-fl…

Taking action before a flood could save your most valued possessions and even your life. Find out the steps to take to minimise damage to your home: gov.uk/prepare-for-fl… #FloodActionWeek

Check out the 5 things you can do this #FloodActionWeek to be better prepared for a flood. Take action to protect yourself, your family and your home now 👇 gov.uk/prepare-for-fl…

This week a trial deployment of the demountable defences will be completed, with the defences on Station Square deployed today (28/11). The trial deployment will run at each location from 9am until completion in the early afternoon. #ProtectLowestoft East Suffolk Council Coastal Partnership East

The second stage of this week's trial deployment of demountable defences will take place today with demountable defences around the Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club. The trial deployment will run from 9am until completion in the early afternoon. East Suffolk Council Coastal Partnership East

Last week we completed a trial deployment exercise of the demountable defences on Waveney Road. In the event of a tidal surge these defences will be deployed to provide some protection from the risk of flooding in key locations in Lowestoft. Coastal Partnership East #ProtectLowestoft

Ever wondered why there are holes in the boundary wall on Station Square? These provide drainage for any surface water on Waveney Road with a demountable tidal flood defence set behind the wall. Find other FAQs on our website here: ow.ly/XATv50Qfxmx #ProtectLowestoft

⚠️Temporary flood barriers will be deployed on the south side of Lake Lothing in Lowestoft- full details below⬇️

With an improved forecast, which includes a reduction in the expected high-water levels, the decision has been made to dismantle the temporary flood barriers in Lowestoft: eastsuffolk.gov.uk/news/temporary…

East Suffolk Council has formally responded to consultation for the proposed Sea Link energy infrastructure project, which includes installation of a new high voltage undersea electricity cable link between Suffolk and Kent. eastsuffolk.co/sealink

Grab your camera and show us your best shot for a chance to win some great prizes in our photo competition. Whether it’s the people or wildlife, the beautiful nature, daily life or vibrant towns, we want to see what makes East Suffolk special to you. #EastSuffolkPhotoComp

A flood alert, meaning flooding is possible, has been issued for the Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton, including Ipswich, and the Orwell and Stour estuaries: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/target-area/05…

A flood alert, meaning flooding is possible, has been issued for the tidal Deben estuary, from Felixstowe Ferry and Bawdsey to Ufford: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/target-area/05…