January 18

 Stormy weather 

If more evidence were needed about the reality and danger of global warming the past year or two have provided solid proof.

Baking heat - even In Britain, surging waves, widespread flooding .

And for months I have missed it all, in bed.

Floods are among the most destructive of nature whims as I have seen at close hand over the years, especially in Cardiff.

For many years it was a regular feature, with  three rivers pouring into the sea swamping whole areas of the city. Almost every year Itbwas so bad I was involved in the regular teams that tackled the problem. It usually meant daily briefings and what,limitrd  action could then be taken. It affected much of the city with some areas, especially in and around the seafront and the area around SophiaGardens . 

But it also struck suburban areas; for years Uncle George’s house by a stream was flooded time and again. 

The problem has been tackled extensively and expensively by the council  and many of the danger areas are now dry. The most important is the area leading to the sea. Despite sceptics m the huge plan it has proved a complete success.

 The three rivers flowing down to  the sea in Cardiff Bay have  been tamed. And the whole area saved. The £22 million      barrage has even encouraged salmon breeding.

But it is now certain that with the changing times, the battle against flooding will have to be fought even more effectively to limit the possible disastrous effects of global warming.

 With light and power lost sometimes for days.

And