Storm Jude Case Study Flashcards
What year did storm Jude occur?
2013
How strong were the winds?
60-100mph
How many Homes were without power?
600,000
How many People were killed by falling trees?
4
How many people died in total?
5
What forms of travel disruption took place?
130 Cancelled Flights
How much did Storm Jude cost?
Jude cost insurance companies between £300-500million
How were the government prepared in the short term?
5 days warning was given to the general public
How did the Public Transport Board prepare?
Train Cancellations as a precaution
How was drainage and sanitation maintained?
Drainage infrastructure was prepared in advance
What was the Long Term Response?
New planning regulations required buildings to be storm resistant