It follows concerns from local residents about pollution and navigational hazards from six boats.
The number of sewage discharges from two plants on the River Avon rose dramatically, data shows.
A seven-year-old has raised more than £900 for charity by bouncing between his home and school.
A swimming pool is used as a water source to fight the blaze in south Devon, firefighters say.
The council in Devon says the consultation will help create a new homelessness strategy.
