Hi All,

               In case you are not already aware, last night’s heavy rainfall has resulted in some serious flooding further up the valley, resulting in the Harrow being flooded again and also a number of gardens along Valley Road from the Harrow as far as the turning into the school.

Down the Village Hall end of Valley Road, we also are experiencing problems with high sewage levels in our inspection pits. Just 3-4 weeks ago, it seemed quite possible that we would escape the winter without any surcharge problems, but that appears not to be the case now. Properties close to Chiltern Car Sales have placed calls with TW as they are already suffered some spillage. Others further up towards the Village Hall are experiencing full inspection pits along with unusable downstairs toilets.

Our stretch of the stream is now running faster, so it’s as well to check that your garden section is clear of any detritus etc to ensure it runs through OK to avoid any other potential flooding.

The sewage junction in the field below the pumping station is clearly spilling sewage and the area is fenced off now so TW have clearly been visiting there.

We will be pushing for the supply of overpumping to be implemented.

Paul Woodford

18 Feb 2024