The rock walls have protected the buildings from severe weather in the area.

VOA: special.2009.03.04

Meanwhile, Welsh Water has urged customers to make sure their pipes are protected from freezing in the cold weather.

BBC: Wales snow: Ice warning after overnight freeze

Whatever happens with the weather, the Environment Agency expects that more and more people will be protected from floods and droughts thanks to water sharing between farmers, water transfer between water companies, and better management of leaks and demand.

BBC: UK experiences 'weirdest' weather

Welsh Conservatives said "after a torrid year of bad weather" planning systems should be more robust to ensure flood plains are better protected.

BBC: Wales