Floods are one of the most common and widespread of all natural disasters and are growing in frequency and severity, possibly an adverse consequence of global warming.
Flooding can have a devastating impact on your property and surrounding area. It is important that during a flood you are able to be in a place that is safe for you, your family or work colleagues.
You can check an areas flood risk by visiting the Environment Agency website which provide maps of flood risk areas and will give an overall assessment of the risk to a home.
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