Flood warnings across UK
Flood warnings and alerts remain in place across the country as forecasters predict more wet weather. 2012 looks set to become the wettest year on record for the UK.
Environment Agency: People to 'stay prepared' for floods
The Environment Agency (EA) has said widespread showers means many places remain on flood alert despite persistent rain expected to ease over Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The EA's director of operations David Jordan said:
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Flood-hit farmers warn of rise in food prices
Farmers unable to get winter crops in the ground because their land is waterlogged have told shoppers to expect rising food prices in 2013.
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Wet weather misery sweeps UK
Hundreds of flood warnings are in place across England and Wales, with Scotland warned to prepare for heavy rain.
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Heavy rain causes Christmas travel woes
As much of the UK faces flooding and the heavy rain continues, will Christmas be a washout?