The data also found that only 5% of people in high-risk flood areas know the dangers it poses to their homes and gardens
With February 2024 the wettest on record in 250 years, new research* has revealed that 5.4 million UK adults with gardens have experienced the devastating impact of flooding on their green spaces.
This lack of awareness leads to misguided investments, with 68% in high-risk areas perceiving their flood risk as low, potentially resulting in significant financial and personal losses when floods strike. From roots to resilience Gardens are an important and cost-effective first line of defence to flooding.
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