Staffordshire wetlands restored to help manage extreme weather
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Staffordshire wetlands restored to help manage extreme weather

27 Aug 2026 · Originally published 27 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: El Niño is coming – but nature could help
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is restoring wetlands at Doxey Marshes and sites in Stoke-on-Trent to better manage water levels during extreme weather. By acting as natural sponges, these restored floodplains can store water during dry spells and slow the flow during heavy rainfall, providing a more resilient landscape for local wildlife.
Source: Good News Post Staffordshire
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