Stories showing why FloodSax alternative sandbags are the ideal flood prevention solution

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Ultimate guide to the most common reasons for water leaks in homes and businesses

These are the main water leak problems and what causes them

Monday, June 14, 2021

Met Office warns of thunderstorms this week … here’s why flash floods are so dangerous and what you can do to hold back the water

Large parts of England and Wales at risk of heavy downpours and flooding

Monday, June 7, 2021

How alternative sandbags protect a high-tech food packaging company from the threat of flooding

FloodSax provide vital flooding 'safety net' for Yorkshire Packaging Systems in Brighouse, West Yorkshire

Friday, May 28, 2021

How FloodSax stopped leaking boiler from causing water damage

Multi-purpose FloodSax have super absorbent powers which can save homes and businesses a fortune from flooding

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

That’s magic … how FloodSax sandless sandbags made a flood disappear

FloodSax alternative sandbags soak up water in hard-to-reach places

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Why plumbers need FloodSax to be sure of staying dry

Even the simplest plumbing jobs can lead to drips, leaks and drenchings

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

How FloodSax sandless sandbags saved the day when traditional sandbags let Jeff down

Kent Highways came to the rescue with FloodSax during day of torrential rain

Friday, April 30, 2021

How FloodSax alternative sandbags saved a remote cottage from a torrent of floodwater

Just one FloodSax sandless sandbag stopped water from backing up a trench and flooding into a home

Monday, April 26, 2021

25 ways FloodSax sandless sandbags can prevent flooding in your home or business

FloodSax are way more flexible and multi-purpose than traditional sandbags

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

All you need to know about the UK weather for May 2021

Best to keep a brolly handy and be prepared with FloodSax sandless sandbags to deal with leaks and floods both inside and out

Thursday, April 22, 2021

A quick and effective way to stop floodwater coming up through your toilet

Multi-purpose FloodSax can quickly prevent sewage flooding through your loo

Monday, April 12, 2021

Who is responsible for sorting out flooding in your area?

It could be the Environment Agency or your local authority depending on the type of flood but neither have any responsibility to provide sandbags

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Here’s why it’s time to stop building houses on flood plains

The Government’s Public Accounts Committee says homes should no longer be built in areas prone to flooding especially with climate change bringing ever wetter weather to the UK

Friday, March 12, 2021

How FloodSax alternative sandbags have become the plumber’s ‘best mate’ to save homes and businesses from internal flooding disasters

Why one plumber never leaves home without his pack of FloodSax sandless sandbags to soak up leaks from radiators, boilers and pipework

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

All the vital information you need about flooding in the US

List of weather warning websites and flooding safety information you must follow

Monday, March 8, 2021

Don’t cry over spilt beer … FloodSax alternative sandbags will help dry up both the tears and the ale

Alcohol test shows FloodSax sandless sandbags can soak up far more than just water

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Why the Government must provide grants to protect homes and businesses from flooding

Pressure group Know Your Flood Risk says money for flood protection and mitigation work is vital, especially to help people on low incomes

Friday, February 19, 2021

How a Victorian flat has been ‘flood-proofed’ using FloodSax sandless sandbags

Here’s a really clever way to use FloodSax alternative sandbags to stop internal leaks and floods

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

How one flood action group uses FloodSax alternative sandbags

FloodSax sandless sandbags deployed to protect footpaths from an overflowing river and properties from flooding

Thursday, February 11, 2021

Floods are ‘here to stay’ says MPs as they speak out over lack of Government funding for vulnerable flood-risk communities

Some councils now recommend flexible flood prevention barriers such as FloodSax alternative sandbags

Saturday, January 23, 2021

Government’s flood resilience grants given out only ‘after the horse has bolted’

Leading insurance company Zurich UK calls for radical rethink to help prevent flooding

Thursday, January 14, 2021

What’s the weather forecast for January and early February 2021? Best to look away now if you don’t like snow

Met Office reveals just why heavy snow is likely over the next month

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Here’s the mind-boggling amount climate change has cost the USA in damage since 1988

Researchers devise new way to discover the terrible price the US is paying for climate change … and things are only set to get worse

Monday, January 4, 2021

Why flooding can leave people with post-traumatic stress disorder

Flooding can have a terrible impact on people’s mental health

Monday, December 28, 2020

How a very wet Christmas led to a massive spike in interest for FloodSax alternative sandbags

Hundreds of people visit FloodSax website and special hotline set up to cope with demand

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

FloodSax company Environmental Defence Systems Ltd is looking for an outstanding new sales executive … here’s all you need to know along with how to apply

Rare opportunity to join an award-winning company

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

A VERY wet start to 2021 has already sparked flood warnings from weather experts

People urged to start preparing now for severe wet weather in January and February 2021

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

How about this for flooding in an unusual place … it’s put the UK’s newest aircraft carrier out of action for 6 months

Flooding on Royal Navy ships isn't uncommon ... perhaps they need some FloodSax sandless sandbags

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

People living in poorest areas need far more investment to prevent flooding

Confusion over just why there has been a huge fall in funding for deprived regions

Saturday, November 14, 2020

The terrible risk of being electrocuted in flood water … here are some vital safety tips

Floodwater can so easily rise above electric sockets and can lead to tragedy

Monday, November 2, 2020

Do councils provide sandbags to stop flooding in homes and businesses?

They have no legal responsibility to do so which is why homes and businesses need to protect themselves with anti-flooding devices such as FloodSax alternative sandbags

Sunday, November 29, 2020

What’s the ultimate practical Christmas present for 2020? Why, it’s FloodSax alternative sandbags

A Christmas gift for 2020 that would save you a fortune in flood damage

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Many people have no idea their homes and businesses are in flood risk areas

Flood Action Week reveals the horrendous cost of damage caused by flooding

Friday, November 13, 2020

Dire warning during Flood Action Week over how much water actually escapes from a burst pipe

When is a flood not a flood? When it’s an escape of water.

Thursday, November 19, 2020

Hurricane season in the USA has been the worst ever … and it may not be over yet

Getting hold of sandbags can be a real problem which is why many Americans use FloodSax alternative sandbags

Friday, November 6, 2020

Emergency alternative sandbags to prevent flooding available during lockdown ... and here’s how to get them

FloodSax hotline operating 24/7 for people needing help and advice

Monday, November 9, 2020

Why you may have trouble getting free sandbags in the US and how you can be prepared for flooding 24/7 with alternative sandbags

This is why thousands of Americans now use FloodSax alternative sandbags

Wednesday, November 4, 2020

FloodSax alternative sandbags deployed in emergency response to flash flooding in Singapore

Quick Response Teams take FloodSax to those deemed to be most at risk

Sunday, October 4, 2020

Which areas in the UK are most at risk from flooding and why?

One in 6 properties now deemed vulnerable and so could do with some form of flood protection such as FloodSax alternative sandbags

Friday, October 30, 2020

Everything the Met Office is saying about this weekend’s terrible weather with rain and gales set to lash the UK

Councils have no responsibility to provide sandbags so people need to protect themselves from the risk of flooding

Thursday, October 22, 2020

Alternative sandbags scoop award for their pioneering innovation

Environmental Defence Systems Ltd honoured for all 3 of its ground-breaking products – FloodSax, BlastSax and AvSax

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Here’s the unbelievable reason Tokyo doesn’t get flooded … a rare case of fact being stranger than fiction

Engineering taken to a whole new level … underground

Thursday, October 1, 2020

What’s the UK weather forecast for October 2020? Spoiler alert: you’re going to need a brolly.

Probably also worth stocking up with FloodSax alternative sandbags to protect against flooding

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Burst water main sends almost 1.5 million gallons of water flooding into library

Building suffers extensive damage … but this could happen anywhere

Sunday, October 4, 2020

Floods now the most costly disasters in Australia with more than 25,000 insurance claims from just one town

This is why it is a major market for FloodSax alternative sandbags

Thursday, September 24, 2020

Flooding damages several hospitals … and one may have to be rebuilt

Many hospitals now have FloodSax alternative sandbags for flood protection both inside and outside their buildings

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Why hurricanes are dumping far more rain on the USA than they did in the past

Environmental experts reveal why more people need FloodSax flood barriers for flood protection

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Here’s what the Met Office and Environment Agency are forecasting about the weather in Autumn 2020

Spoiler alert: Looks like you're going to be needing some FloodSax alternative sandbags

Monday, September 7, 2020

What is urban creep and how is it adding to flooding problems?

The country’s gardens are being paved over sending water flooding into homes and businesses

Thursday, August 13, 2020

What causes flash flooding?

Here’s why flash floods are so dangerous

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Why local councils DO NOT provide sandbags and insist home and business owners protect themselves from flooding with anti-flood products like FloodSax alternative sandbags

Householders and business owners shocked to discover that councils have absolutely no responsibility to provide sandbags so they must make sure they can prevent flooding 24/7. One way is FloodSax sandless sandbags with more than 2.5 million…

Monday, August 17, 2020

Why 80-year-old Anne would never use traditional sandbags again … and how she found a far more flexible alternative sandbag that prevents her home from flooding

FloodSax sandless sand bags have continually saved a massive amount of damage in cottage dating back to 1760

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

The wettest places in the UK revealed … and why the people who live there need FloodSax alternative sandbags for flood protection

Western parts of the UK get the worst of the deluges

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

What causes thunderstorms and where are they most likely to strike in the UK?

Clouds that produce thunderstorms store the same amount of energy as 10 Hiroshima-sized atom bombs

Tuesday, July 14, 2020

How much damage does flooding do to your home or business? Here’s some vital flood advice.

Flooding not only badly damages property, it can also have a terrible impact on your mental health

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

How coronavirus pandemic will make life even worse for those vulnerable to flooding

Government scheme to help flood victims is “ineffective” according to insurance giant Zurich

Sunday, June 28, 2020

Do councils really have to provide sandbags for flood protection? Is this why are people so ill-prepared for flooding?

Each time there is a flash flood or other serious flooding incident homes and businesses are flooded yet could so easily have avoided all the trauma and misery with FloodSax alternative sandbags which are ideal flood barriers

Monday, July 6, 2020

Why flood risk maps in the United States may be out-of-date leaving millions unaware they’re at risk of flooding

Fear is that millions of homeowners and businesses are at a real risk of flooding

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Do sandbags really work for flood protection?

Here's why FloodSax alternative sandbags are so much better than traditional sand bags as flood barriers

Sunday, June 7, 2020

You won’t believe how much flooding is set to increase worldwide in the next 10 years

This is why countries worldwide are turning to anti-flood products such as FloodSax alternative sandbags

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Which cities does it rain most days a year in the USA and which are the US’s driest cities?

It rains in New York more than once every 3 days

Thursday, May 21, 2020

How FloodSax alternative sandbags can save facilities managers thousands of pounds damage … and even a lot more than that

An internal flood can leave universities and research establishments with horrendous problems ... especially losing high tech equipment and vital research work

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Which are the 10 wettest states in the US and why?

It sure does rain in parts of America which is why so many people there use FloodSax alternative sandbags

Friday, May 1, 2020

The USA Government’s radical plan for 1 million homes in flood-prone areas

Flood mitigation plans don’t get any more radical than this

Friday, April 24, 2020

What’s the weather going to be like in May 2020 according to the BBC and Met Office?

Spoiler alert: You’ve been spoiled by such a dry sunny April

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Which are the wettest cities in the USA?

The sheer amount of rainfall shows why more and more Americans are turning to FloodSax sandless sand bags

Monday, April 6, 2020

Millions of Americans at risk of flooding as 23 states set to be hit by higher than average rainfall

Many have turned to FloodSax sandless sandbags in the past to protect their homes and properties

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Which city is most vulnerable to flooding in the UK?

Here are the places where people are making the most claims for flood damage

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Why Europe will be far rainier in the future

Climate warming set to have a huge impact on river flooding

Monday, March 30, 2020

Will the Government’s big boost for projects to prevent flooding be enough after one of the wettest years on record?

Fears a large part of the budget will be spent fixing flood barriers damaged by the winter storms

Monday, March 9, 2020

You won’t believe how much storms Ciara and Dennis cost the insurance industry

Homes protected by FloodSax alternative sandbags would avoid huge cost and misery of flooding

Wednesday, March 4, 2020

How alternative sandbags may be needed to tackle coronavirus threat

Contaminated water must be kept on site

Monday, March 2, 2020

Why the rain in Spain can be a real pain

FloodSax sandless sandbags has a new overseas partner

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Government admits it will never be able to stop homes and businesses from flooding in UK

FloodSax alternative sandbags set to become a familiar sight across the UK

Thursday, February 20, 2020

40,000 FloodSax ready to help Britons beat the flooding

Weather forecast looks awful until well into March … but then things could dramatically change

Thursday, February 13, 2020

How FloodSax sandless sandbags kept floodwater out of homes during storm

Flood action warden reveals how easy they were to use during terrible weather

Thursday, February 13, 2020

Why Storm Dennis will be a real weather menace this weekend

Flooding warning for both homes and businesses with very heavy rain expected

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Here’s what customers have to say about FloodSax alternative sandbags

They have used them in all kinds of flooding emergencies

Monday, February 10, 2020

Where do I buy sandbags … but do you really need them anyway?

Here’s why FloodSax alternative sandbags are way better than traditional sandbags

Thursday, February 6, 2020

Graphic photos reveal the terribly destructive power of water

Broken mains even demolished part of a house

Thursday, February 6, 2020

Are you prepared for the flooding expected from Storm Ciara?

UK expected to take a battering … and then it descends into more rain and snow for rest of February

Friday, January 31, 2020

Just why does climate change lead to more flooding?

And what does a 1 in a 100 chance of flooding – known as the 100-year flood - actually mean?

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

How flooding caused millions of pounds damage to ‘top gun’ jets

High tech fighters were in hangars built below ground level

Friday, January 24, 2020

How flooding can lead to depression … and leaves children traumatised

Yet it can often be avoided

Monday, January 20, 2020

Why carrots may be a scarcer sight this spring … but do they really help you see in the dark?

Flooding causes major problems with UK crops

Monday, January 13, 2020

Make sure you’re prepared for heavy rain and 70mph winds

Storm to lash UK over next 36 hours

Friday, January 10, 2020

Which are the wettest cities in Europe?

And where is London in the ‘Eurovision of rain’

Friday, January 10, 2020

Here’s the weather forecast until early February … and it splits the UK in two

But are you in the good half or the bad half?

Monday, January 6, 2020

Why are FloodSax alternative sandbags white?

Spoiler: it’s not rocket science

Friday, January 3, 2020

Can flood victims can get insurance again for their homes … and sometimes significantly cheaper too?

Government scheme with insurance companies has helped 250,000 people

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Tragic inventor’s pioneering anti-flood device will help protect homes and businesses from floodwater

Luke Ruddiman was a rising star in the world of business

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Which is the rainiest place in the UK?

Where are you in the list of the wettest cities in Britain?

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Are the last 10 years really hottest on record according to international weather experts?

Flooding is getting worse worldwide

Monday, December 2, 2019

Here are the chances for snow on Christmas Day

And what does a white Christmas actually mean anyway?

Friday, November 29, 2019

Here’s an inexpensive yet effective way to protect your home from flooding

Environment Agency says FloodSax are one way to stop floodwater from getting in

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

What happens if you miss work because of flooding? The answer may surprise you.

Here is the information every worker at risk of flooding needs to know

Monday, November 25, 2019

Insurance nightmare for flood victims

Nasty shock for many who discover they aren’t insured for flooding

Friday, November 22, 2019

People turning a blind eye to their flood risk

Only one in 4 bother to find out if their new home is in danger of flooding

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Councils turn to sandbag alternatives for emergencies … but warn homeowners and businesses they must protect themselves from flooding

FloodSax sandless sand bags proving popular among local authorities

Monday, November 18, 2019

Why it’s virtually impossible to predict floods

Weather expert provides intriguing insight into the recent catastrophic floods

Thursday, November 14, 2019

Why councils won’t provide you with sandbags when flooding is imminent

Responsibility is on home and business owners to protect themselves

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Why a flood action group is using sandless sandbags to protect homes and businesses vulnerable to flooding

Councils have no responsibility to provide sand bags

Friday, November 1, 2019

Here’s the weather for the whole of November

Spoiler alert: it’s not good

Friday, October 25, 2019

FloodSax saving facilities managers a fortune in flood claims

It can even help out when boilers go on the blink

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Why FloodSax sandless sandbags are vital for health and safety

Seen in action at a major London railway station

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Urgent flood risk warning for all property landlords

How to avoid danger of costly disputes if they suffer from flooding

Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Why a suburban road turned into an instant fast-flowing river

Homes and businesses need flood protection 24/7

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

How to get ready for autumn’s abysmal weather

Councils won’t come to the rescue with sandbags

Monday, September 16, 2019

Why the terrible flash flooding in Spain can happen in the UK

Met Office explains how terrifying deluges can wreak havoc

Friday, September 13, 2019

It’s wet up north … and getting wetter

Grim results from a major survey into future flooding

Friday, September 6, 2019

How flooding can have a devastating impact on mental health

Expert says flood protection is also health protection

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

‘Sandless sandbags’ kept hurricane floodwater at bay

Fear of a huge storm surge to hit Florida coastline

Monday, September 2, 2019

You’d be so wrong to think flooding is only caused by rain … here are 7 types of flooding

Millions of homes across the UK are at risk from flooding

Monday, August 19, 2019

See the unfloodable homes that sit on top of the water

Ingenious designs from clever architects

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Which is the wettest city in the UK?

Where are you in the list of ‘rain shame’

Monday, August 12, 2019

Council warns that traditional sandbags may only last FOUR months

That’s why more and more people are turning to FloodSax ‘sandless’ sandbags

Friday, August 2, 2019

How to find out if your home or business has ever been flooded

It's simple to do ... and it's free

Thursday, July 25, 2019

£3m to teach people how to protect their homes from the misery of flooding

3 ‘pathway projects’ are each getting £700,000

Monday, July 15, 2019

Why flooding can have a severe impact on your mental health

It’s a case of stress heaped on stress if your home or business has been flooded

Friday, July 12, 2019

Hurricane Barry set to batter parts of the USA

State of emergency declared in New Orleans hours before heavy rain is set to fall on already flooded streets

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Flood victims talk about their trauma … and what they’ve done to protect their homes and businesses

Hard-hitting stories compiled by UK flood campaigner Mary Dhonau

Monday, July 1, 2019

Shock figures reveal that 250,000 homes in Wales are at risk of flooding

Welsh Government drawing up an action plan to deal with the crisis

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Here's why you’ll see far more heavy rain in the years to come

Scientists say rainfall statistics make grim reading

Monday, June 24, 2019

Chances are you’ll experience a thunderstorm today … but what exactly is a thunderstorm?

We explain just why both lightning and thunder happen

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Is June really becoming the wettest month of all in the UK?

Here are some statistics that may surprise you

Monday, June 17, 2019

Here’s when the weather is likely to improve

Prepare for more showers and heavy spells of rain in the coming weeks

Friday, June 14, 2019

This is how bad flooding can get in just a few hours

Family wake up to find their garden totally submerged by filthy floodwater

Monday, June 10, 2019

June’s weather set to be a record-breaker for all the wrong reasons

Any hopes of a flaming June well and truly extinguished

Thursday, June 6, 2019

Here’s how commercial buildings are riddled with potential flooding problems

Even the smallest leaks can cause huge damage and be very expensive to repair

Thursday, June 6, 2019

The rain in Spain’s heading our way to be a pain

Downpours set to hit the UK tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday

Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Here’s the weather forecast for the next month (best look away now)

Plenty of rain on the way … and the north will fare better than southern areas in the UK

Monday, June 3, 2019

Soggy USA set to get even wetter in the years ahead

Scientists give bleak warning amid climate change fears

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Is climate change to blame for the severe flooding we are now seeing in the USA?

Statistics show the astonishing increase in rainfall since the early 1990s

Friday, May 24, 2019

How prisoners are ‘bagging’ themselves reduced sentences

USA judge comes up with way to help area suffering badly from flooding

Thursday, May 23, 2019

The amazing way scientists know how bad flooding was 560 years ago

It also shows them the impact global warming is having

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Homes flooded after sandbag barrier collapses

Around 100,000 sandbags had been deployed but the floodwater was too powerful

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Flooding misery for people living in the poorer parts of a USA city

Ambitious flood mitigation plan now underway in Chicago

Monday, May 20, 2019

FloodSax are the world’s best-selling alternative sandbags … and we need even more distributors

Opportunities for hard-working partners in many overseas countries

Thursday, May 16, 2019

More severe storms set to batter already flooded parts of the USA

It’s already been a terrible spring for states such as Texas and Kansas

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Why the big unanswered question on defending the UK from flooding remains unanswered

£1bn needed every year … but no-one seems to have actually pledged any money

Thursday, May 9, 2019

Is the £1bn needed each year to combat UK flooding a ‘fantasy’ figure?

It’s unclear where is such a huge sum is going to come from

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

How Google is trying to reduce the terrible death toll from flooding in India

Search engine giant is setting up a pioneering early warning system

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

World’s best-selling alternative sandbag reaches phenomenal milestone

FloodSax have proved themselves in action time and time again in countries as diverse as the USA, Australia, Kuwait and Russia

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Did you know a trick of the light is the reason the sky is blue?

The science behind it takes rainbows to a whole new level

Friday, April 26, 2019

How Storm Hannah could cause headaches for facilities managers

Wind and rain will show up any leaks in buildings

Monday, April 15, 2019

How nature is being harnessed to try to stop flooding

£2.6m scheme now underway in West Yorkshire

Thursday, April 11, 2019

This is what will happen if ALL the ice melts in the world

National Geographic reveals just how bad it will be for Earth

Thursday, March 28, 2019

Eager beavers take flood prevention right back to nature

The hope is they’ll build dams which will save a village from flooding

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Eye-watering amount of investment needed to tackle flooding over the next 50 years ... and it'll need far more than sandbags

Dire warning from the Environment Agency that without the investment flood damage will be astronomical ... but alternative sandbags FloodSax are enough to save businesses and homes

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Why these councils rely on FloodSax sandless sandbags to stop horrendous damage during flooding emergencies

Homeowners warned by councils that they must protect themselves from flooding

Friday, March 15, 2019

These are the UK’s towns and cities most at risk from flooding ... so better prepare with sandbag alternatives Floodsax

Who has got the unwanted top spot for the second year running?

Monday, March 11, 2019

How flood victims face a double whammy from the rain AND their insurers ... so best prepare with FloodSax alternative sandbags

Typical insurance policy rises by a fifth after a flooding claim – here’s how to avoid it.

Thursday, March 7, 2019

Met Office reveals the worrying impact of global warming

Ice melting, seas rising and more rain … and that’s not all

Monday, March 4, 2019

Why councils won’t help flood-threatened homes and businesses with sandbags

It’s simply not their responsibility to do so … so best prepare with FloodSax alternative sandbags

Friday, March 1, 2019

Storm Freya heralds the start of a very wet and windy March so best stock up with FloodSax alternative sandbags

Disappointing forecast for the entire month

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Council bucks trend to supply FloodSax sandless sandbags to people in danger of flooding

Solihull Council steps in to offer help in the aftermath of devastating floods

Friday, February 8, 2019

Why some companies could be in ‘hot water’ if they have a fire at their premises

Environment Agency says companies MUST have a plan in place to contain water used to fight fires ... and Floodsax sandless sandbags could prove very useful

Monday, January 28, 2019

Don’t giggle over Giddel, the robot that cleans your toilet

Makes you wonder what they’ll use lithium-ion batteries for next

Friday, January 25, 2019

Expect the media to start talking about the Beast from the East again so get those FloodSax alternative sandbags ready for action

Mid February will see temperatures plummet

Friday, January 18, 2019

Here’s the weather forecast until mid February … with wind set to be more of a pain than the rain and snow

Wind, rain, sleet and snow … welcome to winter

Thursday, January 3, 2019

Why the so-called Beast from the East may never leave its lair

Met Office forecast at odds with some national media headlines

Saturday, December 29, 2018

Don’t be fooled by the ‘phoney weather’ start to January

It’ll be tough going by the middle of the month

Monday, December 17, 2018

Flooding can cause serious mental health problems so make sure you're prepared with sandbag alternative FloodSax

One victim bravely talks about the impact it had on him

Friday, December 14, 2018

Sandbag warning as first severe weather of the winter is expected to hit the UK hard

Businesses and homeowners told they must protect themselves

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Here’s the weather forecast for the New Year

You're going to need a scarf ... or two

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Why FloodSax sandless sandbags are the ‘gift that keeps on giving’

In the long-run they could save you a fortune

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Here’s the weather forecast for the next 80 years … and you’re going to need a bigger brolly and more suncream

Report reveals we’ll have hotter summers and wetter winters so you'll be needing some FloodSax alternative sandbags

Thursday, November 29, 2018

Here’s 30 things you can do with a FloodSax - the UK's favourite alternative to sandbags

And if you can think of any more then don’t hesitate to let us know

Monday, November 26, 2018

Look beyond the storms and a white Christmas could be looming

December seems set to be one of the coldest on record

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Here’s what the weather could do in the run-up to Christmas

Met Office reveals its forecast up to December 19

Monday, November 19, 2018

Here's why an entrepreneur who left school at the age of 14 with no qualifications has been honoured by the Queen

Richard Bailey has shown that qualifications are certainly not everything

Thursday, November 15, 2018

20,000 FloodSax sandless sandbags on their way to Kuwait after killer floods wreak havoc

Around 30 people are now thought to have lost their lives

Sunday, September 23, 2018

How flooding can drain energy from the ‘northern powerhouse’

Government ploughing money into anti-flooding schemes

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Here’s what the weather has in store for us this weekend ... and you’re not going to like it

Wind and rain is on the way … and it will be much colder too

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Oh dear … you’ll never guess what the next UK storm will be called

But there’s far more behind this name than you’d ever imagine

Friday, October 12, 2018

Bleak warning about flooding in Wales

Storm Callum could cause severe problems

Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Don’t be fooled by the warm weather as there’s a nasty sting in its tail

Met Office already giving out a yellow warning for Friday

Thursday, October 4, 2018

Burst water main shows flooding can happen anywhere and at anytime

This one hit a London housing estate very hard

Thursday, September 27, 2018

The rain in Spain really is a pain

September sun wiped out by huge downpours

Thursday, September 20, 2018

Second storm now sweeping Britain as the rain just keeps on coming

Goodbye Ali, hello Bronagh

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Storm Ali is causing major problems … but where has it come from?

It’s nothing to do with tropical storm Helene

Friday, September 14, 2018

Watch out there’s a storm about as Britain braces itself for its first autumn battering of 2018

Helene is due to slam into the western side of the country

Thursday, September 13, 2018

Why 'sunshine UK' could soon become ‘stormy Britain’

Global weather pattern could spark bad weather and a cold winter

Friday, September 7, 2018

Here’s why flooding can cause serious problems on the railway

Network Rail reveals why passengers face the misery of delays

Friday, August 31, 2018

Urgent warning to companies: they must contain water used to fight fires within their site and Floodsax alternative sandbags will help them do that

Environment Agency says it may well prosecute offenders

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

We all get rained on … but what exactly is it?

The simplest explanation of rain you’ll ever get

Friday, August 24, 2018

Tough tests try to push FloodSax sandless sandbags to their limit

And here’s how they did

Monday, August 20, 2018

UK faces grim prospect of flash flooding … but what causes it and will FloodSax alternative sandbags help?

Met Office explains how terrifying deluges can happen

Friday, August 17, 2018

Forward-thinking council helping its taxpayers with FloodSax sandless sandbags

But South Bucks District Council warns people they MUST organise their own flood defences

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Downpours could hit anywhere in UK in coming days

Liverpool has already suffered flooding problems

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Huge mains burst shows just why FloodSax sandless sandbags are so vital

Floods do happen anywhere at anytime

Thursday, June 28, 2018

FloodSax sandless sandbag saves main broadcasting building from serious damage

It’s just one of the ways the invention has saved businesses the misery and cost of flooding

Sunday, June 10, 2018

How Britain’s vanishing front gardens may be adding to flooding woe

It can send water cascading into your home ... or overwhelm drains

Thursday, June 7, 2018

Frightening number of homes now being built in flood risk areas

In one area of the UK 97% of new homes were built in areas potentially vulnerable to flooding

Saturday, June 2, 2018

What to do to protect yourself from lightning strikes

Surprisingly swimming in a storm can be exceptionally dangerous

Monday, May 28, 2018

Flash floods deluge parts of Birmingham

Met Office has issued weather warning for thunderstorms across the south

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

It may be warm and pleasant … but if it rains heavily this is why it will be particularly unpleasant

Forecasters predicting heavy rain on Friday

Sunday, May 13, 2018

Specialist companies turning to FloodSax sandless sandbags to help shift large amounts of water

They are used to hold back water so maintenance work can be carried out

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Flood on a stunning cruise liner shows it really can happen anytime and any place

Water gets into 50 staterooms on board the Carnival Dream

Sunday, April 29, 2018

You’ll know why you hate Mondays when you look out of the window and see the weather

Met Office issues severe weather warnings

Saturday, April 21, 2018

Pioneering invention that halts lithium-ion battery fires on board planes catches the Queen’s attention

AvSax fire containment bags to get Queen’s Award for Innovation 2018

Monday, April 9, 2018

Disabled man reveals how FloodSax alternative sandbags are solving his flooding problems

Water is continually seeping into 70-year-old Peter Ashworth’s garage

Monday, April 2, 2018

If you think the snow and rain is bad today just think of the flooding to follow

100,000 ‘sandless sandbags’ ready to be deployed on the flooding frontline

Sunday, March 25, 2018

One supermarket sweep you don’t want to be doing

Cold and snow forecast for Easter … with flooding to follow

Monday, March 19, 2018

Urgent flood warning as millions of tons of snow thaws this week

Concern that homes and businesses may not be prepared

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Special anti-flood organisation urges people to protect themselves with FloodSax sandless sandbags

They are both easy to store and deploy

Sunday, November 5, 2017

Can you believe this … underground caverns higher than the Statue of Liberty designed to save Tokyo from flooding

A far cry from the rest of the world that relies on nothing more than a few sandbags

Saturday, March 10, 2018

Flood action group claims some insurance companies are hiking up premiums and even refusing to provide cover for flood victims

So is the new flooding insurance scheme actually working?

Wednesday, March 7, 2018