UK storms
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The worst storms ever to have hit the UK
In Pictures Wild weather has always caused death and destruction in Britain
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Quiz of The Week: 12 - 18 February
Puzzles and Quizzes Have you been paying attention to The Week’s news?
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The top tips for weathering out Storm Eunice
In the Spotlight People across the UK advised to secure loose outdoor objects, stay indoors and prepare for power cuts
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The most extreme weather events in 2021
In Pictures Link between climate change and worsening weather established in pivotal year
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How does Storm Ophelia compare to the Great Storm of 1987?
In Depth Former hurricane bears down on UK on the 30th anniversary of the worst storm in living memory
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UK weather: Storm Abigail brings 90mph wind warnings
Speed Read Schools closed and power out for many homes in Scotland as Storm Abigail hits the UK
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Frank and Rhonda: Met Office reveals storm names
Speed Read Naming storms is the Met Office's latest move in raising awareness of dangerous weather conditions
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UK floods: ministers to quiz insurers over claims
Speed Read Final floods damage bill could cost insurers as much as £1bn, prompting fears of a rise in premiums
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Flood insurance: Government's leaky plan has Catch-22
In Depth Cost of the bad weather could reach £1bn, with claims expected to hit £30,000 each
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Infographic: how often has the Thames Barrier been used?
Speed Read The Thames Barrier has been raised 28 times in the last ten weeks – that's 20% of the total since it was built
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Total flood protection is a myth: we must learn to live with it
In Depth The trouble with building flood defences is that it encourages risky development, says Keith Beven
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Storms batter the south coast – in pictures
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UK weather: homes flooded as storm hits Britain
Speed Read Flood warnings issued across the UK as high tides combine with Atlantic storms to pose threat to life
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