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Sun 09 Sep 2008Thousands evacuated in floods in Britain
Homes across Britain are expected to be at risk of flooding for days to come after thousands of people were evacuated as water levels continue to rise.
A total of five people have died in accidents related to the rains and the north east is currently the region most seriously hit by the storms.
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