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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Sarah Marsh

London woman, 95, unable to use breathing machine due to persistent home flooding

Lambeth Town Hall
Asabu Laher’s house is run by Lambeth council. Photograph: Yui Mok/PA

A 95-year-old woman receiving palliative care has been left unable to use her breathing equipment due to power cuts caused by persistent flooding at her council-run house.

Asabu Laher, who lives in Clapham, south London, is bed-bound, blind and suffering from organ failure. She is receiving end-of-life support at the home she shares with her three children, who have learning difficulties.

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