The Environment Agency launches flood action week to make sure people are prepared ahead of winter.
While the West Midlands saw scenes like these in February, it since went into a period of droughtThe West Midlands may still formally be in a period of drought, but as winter approaches, preparations are already under way for rain and floods. As the Environment Agency holds its flood action week, BBC News speaks to those hit by flooding about their hopes - and fears - for the future amid fresh warnings of life-threatening dangers.
"There was like a tidal wave which came all the way up the road, up to [the house] and that's when we got out of bed, got dressed, grabbed some stuff and got out." The devices are among a number of measures being introduced as part of the EA's six-year national flooding plan. "I think you are always going to worry about it even with the bund there. I probably won't get rid of all my sandbags just yet."Earth has started to be delivered to Severn Stoke ready for work to begin on the flood embankment or bund
This year, the UK experienced its highest ever recorded temperatures and most of the country, the EA said, was. But it added despite that, unexpected flooding could occur at any time and communities were warned not to be complacent following this summer's dry weather. Worcester has also seen flooding in recent years and across county borders in Shropshire, both Shrewsbury and Ironbridge have had to brace.Marc Lidderth said while the West Midlands was still under drought conditions, people needed to prepare for flooding this winter
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