Tag: flooded
India rescuers race to save men stuck in flooded ‘rat-hole’ mine
Rescuers in India are racing against time to bring out miners trapped inside a flooded coal mine in the north-eastern state of Assam. Three of the nine men inside were feared dead, Reuters reported, after the state government said rescue teams had spotted some bodies they have been unable to reach. The men were trapped…
What are my rights if my home is flooded or damaged?
Serious storms, including Darragh and Bert, caused extensive damage in various parts of the UK, and were followed by wintry and wet weather causing flooding in January. As homeowners and businesses assess the damage, they will find insurance cover and compensation can vary significantly depending on the level of impact and the small print in…