Richfords news

6.5 inches of water fell on Maryland which led to a torrent of water rushing through the main street of Elliot City.

Almost one million pounds is being spent by a water company to cope with sewer capacity after heavy rainfall.

Storm Desmond has left a trail of destruction across Cumbria, Northumberland and Lancashire with roads, bridges and rail lines cut off while thousands of homes are under water and without electricity.

With more industries taking up smart technology to allow customers to book services themselves, the insurance claims sector is looking at which areas can be utilised effectively. This comes on the back of the growth of Uber – an app that allows people to virtually hail a cab.

Dallas, Chicago, Kentucky and California have all suffered horrendous flooding in recent months. Communities have been washed away and there has been a great deal of concern about public health.