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| + | ==== CO2 levels in caves ==== | ||
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| + | It is common knowledge that CO<sub>2</sub> levels in some of the Mendip caves are problematic in the summer months, particularly after a long warm dry spell. | ||
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| + | It has been noted that CO<sub>2</sub> levels have increased recently, particularly in Cuckoo Cleeves where readings of more than 3% have been noted in the past few weeks. | ||
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| + | Cavers are reminded to be aware of CO<sub>2</sub> levels within caves and to take appropriate actions if high levels of CO<sub>2</sub> are encountered. | ||
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| + | NOTE: You should make yourselves aware of the symptoms of high levels of CO<sub>2</sub> and act accordingly. Here is some useful information on [[information:co2]].\\ | ||
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| + | Les Williams\\ | ||
| + | Conservation & Access Officer\\ | ||
| + | Posted 31/7/2010 | ||
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| + | ==== Priddy Green Parking and changing ==== | ||
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| + | CSCC has been asked by the Parish Council to remind cavers to change in the barn and not in public as this offends some of the villagers. Please respect this request. | ||
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| + | Cavers are also asked not to park on the grass at the green but to use the hardstanding. | ||
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| + | Les Williams\\ | ||
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| + | Posted 31/7/2010 | ||
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| + | ==== Priddy Green Sink Entrance ==== | ||
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| + | There has been a small collapse at the entrance to Priddy Green Sink. A hole has opened up around the edge of the lid and the entrance has been fenced off.\\ | ||
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| + | CSCC are holding a working party on the green on Saturday 14th August to effect repairs. All welcome, Meet by Main's Barn at about 10:00AM | ||
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| + | Les Williams\\ | ||
| + | Conservation & Access Officer\\ | ||
| + | Posted 31/7/2010 | ||
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| ==== Rhino Rift Anchors ==== | ==== Rhino Rift Anchors ==== | ||
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| Faye Litherland\\ | Faye Litherland\\ | ||
| - | CSCC Equipment Officer\\ | + | Equipment Officer\\ |
| Posted 29/6/2010 | Posted 29/6/2010 | ||
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| - | == SWILDON'S HOLE WARNING NOTICE == | + | **SWILDON'S HOLE WARNING NOTICE** |
| |The decision to close Swildon's Hole was taken by the landowner after consultation with various parties. This followed a period of significant movement in the entrance series during very wet weather.\\ \\ The cave has been closed for a period of a month for monitoring during which several visits were made.\\ \\ Following further consultations at the end of the monitoring period and on the advice of CSCC, the cave will now be reopened.\\ \\ All persons are reminded that they enter the cave at their own risk and are advised to exercise considerable caution in the entrance area and are advised to consider avoiding the area around Showerbath Chamber.| | |The decision to close Swildon's Hole was taken by the landowner after consultation with various parties. This followed a period of significant movement in the entrance series during very wet weather.\\ \\ The cave has been closed for a period of a month for monitoring during which several visits were made.\\ \\ Following further consultations at the end of the monitoring period and on the advice of CSCC, the cave will now be reopened.\\ \\ All persons are reminded that they enter the cave at their own risk and are advised to exercise considerable caution in the entrance area and are advised to consider avoiding the area around Showerbath Chamber.| | ||
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