Global warming is related to climate and is a global phenomenon. Even though there are regional cold snaps (weather), the average global temperature (climate) continues to increase even during different regions' winter months, the two scientists went on to explain.
It is estimated that groundwater flooding affects a few hundred thousand properties in the UK. Groundwater flooding occurs as a result of water rising up from the underlying rocks or from water flowing from abnormal springs.
During periods of prolonged high rainfall, the level of groundwater rises to the surface, causing flooding. Groundwater levels in southern England, particularly in areas of chalk, are already exceptionally high after prolonged periods of heavy rain. The BGS runs 32 boreholes across the country to measure water levels.