HIGHWAYS staff have cleared almost 60,000 gullies so far this year, more than half of all the gullies throughout the county.
Keeping the gullies clear helps to ensure that the overall drainage system will not become blocked. It also helps to reduce the likelihood of flooding and helps surface water drain away quicker.
Coun Alan Amos, cabinet member for Highways said “Keeping our gullies and drainage systems clear is an essential part of our highways maintenance programme. Our teams have done a great job this year of keeping as many of the as clear as possible”
“I’d like to ask for the support of our residents to help keep our network of 115,000 gullies clear. Don’t be tempted to wash anything down the gullies and, if you see a grate is covered with leaves and silt, a good scrape with a welly is usually enough to remove the build-up and help the water drain effectively”.
The council often gets feedback that drains are holding water and not draining clear. Whilst this might sometimes be the case, it is usually water sitting in the sump which can’t get out of the outlet. A bit like a kitchen sink – the trap will always hold some water but is still perfectly functional.
If the gully really is blocked or not working for any reason then residents can report an issue with a gully by visiting www.worcestershire.gov.uk/reportit
