Cardiff Council and its partner agencies are continuing to support the recovery of Gwaelod-y-Garth following last month’s flooding.
Further cleansing, safety, environmental and resident support work has either been completed or remains ongoing across the affected area.
The latest highways and street-cleansing operation focused on jet washing affected roads to remove dried mud and clearing drains ahead of winter. The jet washing has now been completed.
Natural Resources Wales supported the operation and was satisfied that the work was not causing problems as water passed through the surface-water drainage system and into the nearby River Taff.
Residents were asked to keep streets clear of parked vehicles so cleansing crews could gain full access. Cardiff Council thanked the community for its continued support and co-operation after crews received positive comments from residents while completing the work.
Traffic management remains in place on Heol Goch while survey work continues on the section of roadside bank affected by the flood.
Assessments are being carried out on the ground, nearby trees and the public right of way. The findings will determine the remedial work required, which is currently expected to begin at the end of this week.
According to feedback received through local councillors, residents have responded positively to the measures currently in place.
The arrangements maintain vehicle access between Gwaelod-y-Garth and Pentyrch, with no evident effect on school transport. Vehicles, including buses, can continue using the road while access is restricted to the lane closest to the damaged bank.
Temporary full overnight closures of Heol Goch will also be needed while work is undertaken to prepare the road surface and sections of the carriageway for winter.
Details of each closure will be announced in advance to help residents and other road users plan their journeys.
Teams from Shared Regulatory Services and Natural Resources Wales have completed sample testing of debris from areas affected by the flooding and water that entered the River Taff during the incident.
The results identified no issues and no significant or ongoing effect on water quality.
Shared Regulatory Services has also used its Trading Standards function to tackle an issue involving rogue traders who arrived in the area in the days after the flood.
Cardiff Council’s Advice Services team maintained a local presence during the following weeks, providing help and support to affected residents.
Ongoing assistance is available by calling the Advice Line on 029 2087 1071, emailing [email protected] or visiting any of the city’s community hubs.
The council’s Housing team is continuing to support households whose homes were affected badly enough that they had to move out. This includes providing temporary accommodation where required.
The ongoing work follows the significant recovery operation undertaken by Cardiff Council and its partners immediately after the flooding.
Teams provided direct support to residents, reopened roads, removed debris, cleaned affected streets and cleared and reinstated the sports pitch so it was ready for use.
The Health and Safety Executive’s investigation into the cause of the flooding remains ongoing.
Cardiff Council has thanked residents for their patience, co-operation and understanding while the recovery and safety work continues.
