Cockermouth Sees Severe Flooding Again

Cockermouth in Northwest England has been severely flooded, waters are rapidly flowing through the streets and in places have risen to the first floor of properties. Even though the river defences were raised in recent years they have still failed. Torrential downpours continue. Most properties are without electricity and many people are suffering in totaldarkness [...]

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