Predictions of rising sea levels usually envision the low-lying islands of the south seas, or cyclone-prone Bangladesh, as the most vulnerable victims. But Britain is part of a growing club of rich countries whose coastal populations feel threatened.

By Reed Stevenson DELFT, Netherlands (Reuters) - Officials from Louisiana, visiting the Netherlands in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, hailed Dutch know-how on Thursday and said they still had much to learn to prevent future flood disasters.

By Anna Mudeva AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Politicians from the U.S. state of Louisiana, devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, started a tour of the Netherlands on Tuesday to learn from the experience of the world leader in flood prevention.

By Carmel Crimmins AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Netherlands' history is the tale of an endless battle against the sea. Now, the low-lying country wants to share its experiences with U.S. regions hit by Hurricane Katrina.

The Netherlands' history is the tale of an endless battle against the sea. Now, the low-lying country wants to share its experiences with U.S. regions hit by Hurricane Katrina.