The repairs are taking place in Garstang, just behind the town’s rugby and cricket pitches and yesterday one of the floodgates was removed by a special crane.
An Environment Agency spokesperson confirmed that works were ongoing and that preventative flood measures remain in place.
The full statement from the Environment Agency and additional information about the repair works can be read here.
2. A reinforced crane was used to lift the gate out of the water
A reinforced crane was used to lift the gate out of the water | Brian Robinson
3. The work took place on Tuesday (4 August) afternoon
The work took place on Tuesday (4 August) afternoon | Brian Robinson
4. The River Wyre has a number of flood defence systems
The River Wyre has a number of flood defence systems | Brian Robinson
6. The works will continue until Autumn 2026
The works will continue until Autumn 2026 | Brian Robinson
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