Some parents are turning up the TV to block out the sound of downpours.

Help is needed with road closures to prevent vehicles from causing bow waves which damage properties.

The Environment Agency is asking farmers to take greater measures to protect their land.

The authority already agreed to a £2m contribution toward the project that will protect homes and roads.

The burst water main, built in 1930, filled streets and yards as temperatures in Detroit reached -17C (1.4F).

People that have been hit by recent floods told their local MP they feel frustrated.

Kentucky has seen the worst effects of the rain so far, reporting at least nine dead.

Campaigners say rising costs and other priorities should see the proposals for a Dumfries town dropped.