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flag Volunteers in Essex are helping protect rivers by collecting water data, supporting conservation efforts.

flag Citizen scientists in Essex have been recognized for their role in the one-year-old Essex RiverWatch initiative, where over 70 volunteers collect monthly water samples to test for nitrates, phosphates, temperature, and turbidity, while documenting wildlife. flag Their data supports targeted conservation efforts and community engagement in protecting local rivers. flag At a Colchester event, volunteers including photo award winner Laura Mansel-Thomas and newcomer Viktor Underwood shared their experiences. flag Dr. Helen Dangerfield and Mark Lloyd of the national Rivers Trust highlighted the importance of volunteer data in guiding river restoration. flag The trust plans to expand to 100 volunteers within a year.

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