Mass Movement - Aberfan 1966 Flashcards
0
Q
How many died?
A
28 adults
116 children
1
Q
When was it?
A
21st October 1966
2
Q
What caused it?
A
For 50 years mining debris had been deposited above the village of Aberfan. The front became liquified and 150,000 cubic metres of debris broke away and flowed down the hill
3
Q
How many houses did it destroy?
A
20
4
Q
What percentage of the people had PTSD?
A
50%
