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The document describes devastating flooding that occurred in Boscastle, UK in August 2004. Over 200mm of rain fell in 4 hours, with 90mm falling in one hour. This caused two rivers to burst their banks, sending a 3m high wall of water through the village. The flash flooding destroyed homes, businesses and infrastructure. Emergency services conducted a major rescue operation to evacuate stranded residents. Long-term impacts included extensive property damage, economic losses from disrupted tourism, and environmental impacts. The response involved emergency evacuations, followed by a £4.5 million flood defense scheme to mitigate future flooding.
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- Factors like intensity and duration of rainfall, soil conditions, terrain, development in floodplains, and blocked drainage systems influence flood risks and impacts.
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- 26. The scheme stretches along the valley, incorporating drainage, sewerage systems and land re-grading. Boscastle main car park.
- 28. The river bed is being deepened by six feet to accommodate more water volume in times of flood.
- 29. Boscastle car park is being raised in height. This will stop the river from bursting it’s banks so easily.
- 30. This drain allows water to run into the lower section of the river quickly.
- 32. The river channel is being made deeper and wider so that it can accommodate more water. The lower section of the village.
- 33. New sewerage systems are being put in place. The lower section of the village.
- 34. Bridges that hindered the drainage of the floodwater are being replaced by stronger bridges that are less likely to get blocked. The lower section of the village. Notice attempts to draw in much needed custom.
- 36. Many buildings have indicators to show the height of the flood water . The core of the village.