ALL those involved in last night's battle to prevent significant flooding in Norton and Malton have been thanked for their efforts.
Cllr Keane Duncan said: "Decisive action in face of the emergency has been able to prevent the significant and widespread flooding feared last night. The plan put into action to deploy pumps and sandbags to the Wallgates Lane area has worked effectively. Its success reflects the hard work, perseverance and resourcefulness of all the workers involved. A big well done to staff from Ryedale District Council,
North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service and the Environment Agency.
"The gravity of the situation last night, though, can not be underestimated. I saw first hand the work on the ground that prevented the worse case scenario from occurring and just how tough it was for everyone involved. This period has been the most challenging for us since the flood defences were put in.