Now Britain faces threat of flooding as torrential rain sends river levels surging

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Now Britain faces threat of flooding as torrential rain sends river levels surging to bursting point

By Daily Mail Reporter
Last updated at 3:31 PM on 16th January 2011

* Freak world weather patterns hits the North

As surging river levels teetered near bursting point today, householders were bracing themselves against floods after heavy rainfall in northern England and Wales.

Temporary defences were put up following prolonged deluges yesterday that prompted the Environment Agency to issue 28 flood warnings in the worst-hit communities.

Forecasters have predicted more rain in northern regions today, adding to fears that some rivers could breach their banks.

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