The River Ouse peaked in the city at just over 14ft 9in (4.5m) on Wednesday morning.

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There was a 14ft fence at the back of the new houses at Lisfannon Park, which was probably a security fence.

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Hamilton, 52, launched the attack with the 14ft (4.2m) sunflower after police were called to her home near Slough, Berkshire, last September.

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In New York, where Sandy brought a record 14ft (4.2m) tidal surge, the National Guard is to deliver a million meals and bottled water to residents affected by the storm.

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