The first stage of works to reinforce Torcross seafront have started.
The Environment Agency's plans to protect Hebden Bridge were approved earlier this year.
The Environment Agency said the dry weather has allowed contractors to speed up the £5.2m plan.
A 97-year-old's dramatic rescue captures how Assam's floods are reaching places once thought safe.
The bridge, part of plans to protect Skinningrove from flooding, is expected to open late next year.
After a year of storms, heatwaves and record rainfall, communities are grappling with climate change.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has confirmed four flood alleviation schemes in South Holderness.
The scheme asked people to take photos at set locations to identify changes in water levels over time.
Douglas Council says it would be "financially irresponsible" to start without flood defences in place.
