As the flood risk rises around the world, what can we do to adapt?
08-07-2025 14:46 via theguardian.com

As the flood risk rises around the world, what can we do to adapt?

Thousands of people are killed each year by floods – and climate breakdown is making them more likelyDeluges of water are washing away people, homes and livelihoods as extreme rains make rivers burst their banks and high seas help send storm tides surging over coastal walls. How dangerous is flooding – and what can we do to keep ourselves safe? Continue reading...
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