Holistic Flood Response Urged
Prince William Calls For Holistic Flood Response After Severe Wales Storms
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Prince William called for a holistic, catchment-wide response to worsening floods during a visit to Skenfrith, Wales, where residents have endured four major floods in six years and face renewed storm-season threats. He said events described as once-in-50-year floods now seem to occur annually, and discussed measures including slowing water with changes to farming practices, planting trees and improving monitoring. He also heard how repeated flooding has affected local households, including residents who have adapted their homes while living with the risk of further damage. Related discussions on nature restoration and climate-resilient farming highlighted regenerative agriculture’s potential to improve soil health, retain water and make farms more resilient to both floods and drought.
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Storm Claudia brought a month’s worth of rain in 24 hours to parts of England and Wales before the River Monnow burst its banks and caused severe damage in Skenfrith.
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Flooding had forced about 25 homes in Skenfrith to be evacuated in 2019, following heavy rain and a power cut.
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As part of his visit, William helped volunteers collect seeds from a field maple and planted a sessile oak.
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The Duchy of Cornwall’s first regenerative farming project is being led by farmer Harry Davies under a 25-year contract covering a 900-acre farm.
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