The risk of water scarcity has increased in the east of Scotland, and more 🌞 is forecast. Advice for water users to help manage water resources across affected areas can be found via the report 👇

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Water bans on the way in Scotland if official drought declared #waterscarcity #drought #environment thetimes.co.uk/article/89863b…

The driest January, sunniest March and hottest day on record have led to some parts of the country experiencing significant water scarcity.

⚠️The latest Wildfire Warning starts today, Wednesday 10 August, and lasts until Monday 15 August. • East and South Scotland VERY HIGH Read more here: ow.ly/xZzO50Kgz2c

In Scotland too. theguardian.com/environment/20…

We're hiring a Lead Specialist in Inland Flooding to meet the challenge of the climate emergency head on. If you're looking for your next challenge, come and join the front line tackling flooding in Scotland. Find out more and apply at sepa.org.uk/jobs

Come and lead part of Scotland's approach to flood risk management! The role focuses on inland flooding (fluvial & pluvial), and we are looking for an experienced expert to develop, implement and drive forward our strategic direction on mapping and modelling. Link below👇

Lots of rain expected over eastern Scotland Thursday into Friday - keep an eye on the flooding situation via the link below.👇

Persistent, heavy rain is expected this evening into Friday in eastern Scotland, with significant flooding impacts likely in the Northeast in particular tomorrow afternoon. Stay up to date 👉 floodline.sepa.org.uk/floodupdates/ Sign up for Alerts and Warnings 👉 floodline.sepa.org.uk/floodupdates/

These measures can also help us manage water resources during times of scarcity / drought. ✅ theguardian.com/environment/20…

Heavy rain is forecast overnight into tomorrow morning which may cause flooding from rivers, burns and surface water affecting properties, roads and land. Dumfries and Galloway and the Borders are particularly at risk. Be prepared and stay up to date 👉floodline.sepa.org.uk/floodupdates/

Awesome job opportunity at SEPA for a Flooding Officer. Take a read. Great organisation, great Unit 😀 applications.sepa.org.uk/pages/job_sear…

This new year, we're hiring for a number of positions across the organisation. We're looking for Officers to join us in our Flooding, Internal Communications and Environmental Protection teams. If you are interested and want to find out more, visit sepa.org.uk/jobs/

⚠️ REMINDER: A '𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵' risk of wildfire still remains in place across Scotland until Monday, 5 June. ⚠️ More than twenty firefighters remain at a wildfire in Cannich, near Inverness, that has been burning for five days.

Parts of Scotland have only had two thirds of their expected spring rainfall (64%). This is the driest spring in North Scotland since 2018. More info on what this means for water resources below👇

Loch Maree enters Significant Scarcity with abstractors advised to implement their water scarcity plans to reduce pressure on the environment. The Ness and Esk areas enter Moderate Scarcity and much of the country is now at Alert. Read this week's report sepa.org.uk/waterscarcity

Want to work with air quality data, in hydrometry, or waste? We have the role for you. With excellent workplace benefits, hybrid working opportunities and the ability to work anywhere Scotland, we want to hear from you. Apply today at sepa.org.uk/jobs

Regional Flood Alerts have been issued ahead of the arrival of #StormBabet The risk of flooding is exacerbated due to areas already saturated following recent heavy rainfall events. Follow SEPAFlood for the latest and follow the advice of emergency services and local responders

Heading out for an adventure? We all play a part in helping protect our beautiful landscapes. If you spot pollution, you can report it via our online portal. Take photos, note your location, and upload the details at sepa.org.uk/report