The UK Case Study Flashcards
Where is the UK?
North Western Europe
In what year were the last severe floods?
2007
Why is the UK’s climate changing?
Global warming and climate change
Which areas could be more prone to flooding?
Essex and London
Why may coastal areas become more frequently flooded?
Increasing sea levels
Give an example of a coastline that could erode more rapidly?
Holderness, Yorkshire
What may happen to rainfall?
It may become more unpredictable
What event in 2013 demonstrates more extreme weather events?
Temperatures reached 38 degrees
What event in 2007 demonstrates more extreme weather events?
Flooding
What is a cost that is reduced?
Heating
How many times was the thames barrier raised between 1984 and 1990?
4
How many times was the thames barrier raised between 1991 and 2000
35
