The Beast From The East

Question 1

The beast from the east

Answer 1

-Easterly winds from Russia
-polar jet stream was not on normal path

Question 2

Primary effects

Answer 2

-a man died in London
-huge amounts of snow was dropped, up to 50cm
-60-70mph wind
-hundreds trapped in cars

Question 3

Secondary effects

Answer 3

-cost 10 million in insurance
-super markets saw a rush in customers
-major shopping centers and businesses closes

Question 4

Responses

Answer 4

-Stranded drivers given foil blankets
-greggs gave out free food on the A1
-Met office issued red warning
-rail passengers were warned to avoid travelling to/from Scotland