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Flood Warnings Persist as Climate Risks Surge in England

2/10/2026

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Flood warnings remain in effect across south-west England and Wales, with heavy rain forecast for north-east Scotland.
The wet weather challenges farmers and businesses, illustrated by marketing consultant Sam Kirby working from a car park after Storm Goretti.
The Environment Agency is reviewing flood strategy amid budget cuts, while climate researchers warn gradual changes raise flood risk, with 6.3 million English properties at risk rising to 8 million by 2050.

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Story summary

Flood warnings remain in effect across south-west England and Wales, with heavy rain forecast for north-east Scotland.
The wet weather challenges farmers and businesses, illustrated by marketing consultant Sam Kirby working from a car park after Storm Goretti.
The Environment Agency is reviewing flood strategy amid budget cuts, while climate researchers warn gradual changes raise flood risk, with 6.3 million English properties at risk rising to 8 million by 2050.