OU on the BBC: Flooded Britain

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In 1953 a surge tide drowned 300 people. Could it happen now?

21 Oct

2005

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On the anniversary of the 1953 floods, we ask whether as similiar disaster is ever likely to happen again. Read more : OU on the BBC: Flooded Britain - TV Summary

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Get a closer understanding of how Britain can become inundated. Read more : OU on the BBC: Flooded Britain - The Expert View

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Wednesday, 29th January 2003

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Friday, 21st October 2005

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