The last few days we've been having lots of rain, and today the river has burst its banks. Water has risen to 4cm from coming in the doors, and it's still slowly rising. Helicopters are buzzing back and forth. We've seen a neighbor's car wash down the street. I think the water is about 1 metre deep and flowing swiftly. Hopefully the water actually crests before it comes in the house. Some of our neighbours haven't been that lucky. A few of them are not at home, and won't they be surprised when they find themselves unable to get there.
I might not be using the phrase "come Hell or high water" any more.