Malton in Yorkshire Badly Affected by Flooding

Residents in old Moulton hoped to avoid flooding, but blocked drains have caused water to rise despite a £9 million flood defence scheme. The fire service has been pumping water back into the river, but some homes are still affected. The Environment Agency acknowledges issues but maintains that the flood defences have worked, as the river level is higher than the surrounding area.

What was the primary purpose of the £9 million flood defence scheme in Old Moulton?

• To create a new recreational area

• To provide water for agricultural use

• To improve the town's drainage system

• To prevent river water from entering the town

What was the main issue that led to flooding despite the flood defences?

• Heavy rainfall

• Blocked drains

• River Derwin overflow

• Inadequate flood barriers

How did residents attempt to manage the water inside their homes?

• By installing pumps

• By sealing doors and windows

• By bailing out water

• By using sandbags

What did the Environment Agency admit regarding the flood defences?

• They may have malfunctioned

• They were too expensive

• They were poorly constructed

• They were unnecessary

Why was the river level higher than the water level in the town?

• Due to a natural elevation

• Due to heavy rainfall

• Because of the flood defences

• Because of a dam upstream