About a year (365 days)
8 hours
3 months
it lasted 1 and a half days
The Boscastle flood occurred on August 16, 2004, and lasted for a few hours. The intense rainfall caused a sudden surge of water that flooded the village of Boscastle in Cornwall, UK, with water levels rising rapidly and causing extensive damage.
Flood water damaged a great deal of properties.
the water damaged a great deal of properties and personal belongings were lost
The Boscastle flood of 2004 caused significant environmental damage, including erosion of riverbanks, destruction of habitats, pollution from debris and chemicals, and disruption of ecosystems. Some areas experienced loss of wildlife and vegetation, impacting biodiversity and the overall health of the ecosystem in the long run. Recovery efforts focused on restoring habitats and improving flood defences to mitigate future damage.
It took several weeks to clean up the flood in Boscastle in 1963, with the community coming together to remove debris and restore infrastructure. The cleanup efforts were challenging due to the severity of the flooding and the widespread damage caused.
2 months
After the devastating flood in Boscastle in August 2004, it took several months for the village to recover fully. Initial cleanup and rebuilding efforts began immediately, and by the following summer, many businesses had reopened. However, complete restoration of infrastructure and the environment took longer, with some areas remaining in flux for years. Overall, the village demonstrated resilience, and by 2006, it was largely back to normal.
Following the devastating flood in Boscastle, Cornwall, in August 2004, recovery efforts began immediately. The village saw significant improvements within a year, with many businesses reopening and infrastructure repairs completed. However, a full return to normalcy took several years, as the community worked on long-term recovery and enhancement projects to prevent future flooding. By 2008, most aspects of village life had returned to normal, but the event had lasting impacts on the community.
It rained heavily for a long period of time, (Prolonged Rain) , it rained an exceptional amount of rain in 8 hours, 2 inches in 2 hours! Also, Boscastle is right on a floodplain in a narrow valley, so it will flood more easily than in other places.