The impact of a flood can affect a community in many different ways.
Some people feel totally out of control with what is happening. They often feel as though no one is interested or able to help them. Others may feel spurred on to address their flooding problems and the situation can often draw communities closer together.
In some cases, flooding can create poverty in low income households. It can make life more precarious for the vulnerable and elderly; has psychological effects on children and adults and is an added distress for people with a language barrier.
Longer term, there can be a perception that no one is working together to try to find solutions to reduce the impact of flooding.
– South Ulverston Flood Action Group
Geoff’s account of being flooded and the impact on him.
A personal story