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Eager Beavers Save London Council Millions by Solving Persistent Flooding for Free

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Eager Beavers Save London Council Millions by Solving Persistent Flooding for Free

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A local council in west London facing costly flood-mitigation bills found an unexpected solution when a family of reintroduced beavers naturally engineered the landscape to prevent flooding. The animals built a series of dams that successfully managed excess water flow at no cost to taxpayers, showcasing the power of nature-based solutions in urban areas.

A local council in west London facing costly flood-mitigation bills found an unexpected solution when a family of reintroduced beavers naturally engineered the landscape to prevent flooding. The animals built a series of dams that successfully managed excess water flow at no cost to taxpayers, showcasing the power of nature-based solutions in urban areas.

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