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Warning over low reservoir levels in Devon and Cornwall

South West Water is warning the public of low reservoir levels. It said due to hot and dry weather, reservoir levels across the region had been "unable to fully recharge ahead of the peak summer demand".

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Christmas trees used to save Constantine Bay sand dune

Old Christmas trees are bringing new life to a sand dune in Cornwall. Volunteers have been using donated trees in Padstow's Constantine Bay in a bid to fight climate change.

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Cornish home to TV’s Doc Martin appeals for sea defence funds

A Cornish fishing village familiar to fans of gentle comedy drama is facing a crisis because part of its sea defences are crumbling and there are no longer enough working boats to fund the repairs.

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Cornwall's rockpool species 'threatened by climate change'

A study has suggested that many rockpool species are threatened by climate change and would not survive crossing the Channel's currents.

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Extinction Rebellion blasts Cornwall Council's 'hot air' on climate

Campaign group Extinction Rebellion has accused Cornwall Council of failing to take enough action since declaring a "climate change emergency" at the start of 2019.

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How Cornish communities are feeling the impact of climate change

A new film tells how Cornwall’s seaside communities are facing up to a future of sea level rise and coastal erosion.
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G7 leaders depicted in Mount Recyclemore e-waste sculpture

The seven giant faces loom above the dunes, gazing sombrely over swathes of bright sea thrift towards the ocean.

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