Droughts Don't Immunize Against Floods The UK's prolonged dry spell has been a welcome respite from scorching temperatures, but it's set to be followed by a deluge of biblical proportions.
Heavy showers sweeping across the country this week have residents in drought stricken areas bracing themselves for the possibility of flooding.
At first glance, it seems counterintuitive that rain can cause floods when the ground is parched and dry. However, this is exactly what's happening.