The Telegraph published this video item, entitled “Why flash floods are more likely after a drought explainer – Extreme UK weather” – below is their description.
Flash floods have hit the UK after the driest summer in 50 years, and an official drought in England.
Heavy rain is flooding homes and businesses causing power cuts, and transport chaos.
University of Reading’s Meteorologist Dr Rob Thompson explains the science behind flash floods after a drought.
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