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Torrential Rain in Belgium Forces Closure of Swimming Areas

Torrential rain in Belgium has forced the closure of seven swimming areas along the coast and flooding in certain regions, VRT news reported Wednesday.

 

Rainfall in the first half of August exceeded the total amount of rainfall during the months of June and July together.

 

During the first half of August, the average amount of rainfall in Belgium totaled more than 100 liters per square meter. This is already one third above the average for the whole month.

 

Some areas even had to cope with a rainfall of more than 200 liters per square meter this month.

 

The exceptional amount of rainfall has caused large quantities of sewage water to pollute ditches and rivers. Via these natural waterways, the sewage water reached the North Sea, causing bacterial contamination.

 

As a result, seven swimming areas between the coastal resorts of Blankenberge and Ostend were closed to the public.

 

In Mol, Antwerp province, the local river Nete burst its banks, flooding nearby streets, houses and gardens on Tuesday evening.

 

Meanwhile, a lot of people try to escape the rain and cold by quickly booking a short holiday abroad.

 

Cinemas are also doing brisk business, as many people are picking up a winter habit to go and watch a movie.

 

(Xinhua News Agency August 17, 2006)

 

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