10th anniversary of the Boscastle floods
The north Cornwall village of Boscastle was changed forever after devastating floods on Monday 16th August 2004. One month's rain fell in a few hours - with catastrophic consequences.
The north Cornwall village of Boscastle was changed forever after devastating floods on Monday 16th August 2004. One month's rain fell in a few hours - with catastrophic consequences.
Events have been held in the village of Boscastle in Cornwall marking 10 years since parts were swept away by floods.
The Boscastle Buoys performed on the Harbour earlier to mark the anniversary.
Homes and businesses were destroyed and 100 people had to be rescued as a month's rain fell in just two hours, with the images being shown around the world.
The creative industries across Bristol and Bath have received £46 million to create 'new experiences and boost productivity.'
A service in Plymouth run by the NSPCC, which helps prevents online child sexual abuse, is expanding.
Bristol Water is urging people to stay safe and not swim in the water at spots like Chew Valley or Cheddar Lake this weekend.