Extreme Weather In The Uk Flashcards
1
Q
Snow+extreme cold
2010-2011 and 2014-2015
A
Depressions not passing over as normal Risk to crops Travel disrupted-jobs,trade-economy Increased electricity costs Risk to health of vulnerable people
2
Q
Strong winds
A
Damage to power supplies
Fallen trees
3
Q
Draught
A
Crops
Reservoirs
Risk to vulnerable groups
4
Q
Extreme rainfall and flooding
2013-2014
A
Buildings flooded Travel and infrastructure Landslides as a secondary Storm surge,Flash floodS 600 homes flooded 10 million worth of damage
5
Q
Extreme weather is becoming more frequent and more varied
Due to….
A
Climate change and human activity
