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Flood Defences

Flood defences include walls, dams, embankments and wetlands that help control rising water. Good planning helps protect homes and farms from flooding.

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Restoring wetlands can help absorb floodwater naturally.

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Flood defences include walls, dams, embankments and wetlands that help control rising water. Good planning protects homes and farms from flooding.

Wetlands can absorb floodwater naturally.

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Real-life uses of Flood Defences

  • Protecting towns near rivers
  • Designing flood-resistant homes
  • Restoring wetlands

Frequently asked questions about Flood Defences

What are flood defences?

Walls, dams and embankments that control water.

What natural feature absorbs floodwater?

Wetlands.