Storm Jude Case Study Flashcards

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1
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What year did storm Jude occur?

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2013

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How strong were the winds?

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60-100mph

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How many Homes were without power?

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600,000

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How many People were killed by falling trees?

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4

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How many people died in total?

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5

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What forms of travel disruption took place?

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130 Cancelled Flights

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How much did Storm Jude cost?

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Jude cost insurance companies between £300-500million

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How were the government prepared in the short term?

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5 days warning was given to the general public

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How did the Public Transport Board prepare?

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Train Cancellations as a precaution

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How was drainage and sanitation maintained?

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Drainage infrastructure was prepared in advance

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What was the Long Term Response?

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New planning regulations required buildings to be storm resistant

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