Northern England and Wales mop up after flash floods

Jun 11th, 2009 - guardian.co.uk

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Northern England and Wales mop up after flash floods - guardian.co.uk

A mopping-up operation began today in parts of the north of England and Wales, after torrential rain caused flash floods that closed schools, blocked roads and left people trapped in their houses waiting for rescue services.

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