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UK flood risk growing from extreme weather as vital defences not maintained

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Around 6.3 million properties in England are currently at risk of flooding, however this is expected to increase to eight million - or one in four - by 2050, a recent report by the EA found. Climate change is the main driver behind the growing flood threat - a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, resulting in more extreme rainfall.
The article from inews.co.uk discusses the increasing flood risk in the UK due to extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change. It highlights that despite the government's efforts to enhance flood defenses, the frequency and severity of flooding are outpacing these measures. The Environment Agency has warned that even with significant investments, the UK remains vulnerable, with more than 5.7 million properties at risk. The article mentions the strain on current infrastructure, the need for more adaptive strategies like natural flood management, and the political implications as public frustration grows over the government's response to these recurring crises. It also touches on the economic costs, with billions spent on flood defenses, yet the protection remains insufficient against the backdrop of worsening weather patterns.

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