York flooding Flashcards
1
Q
What were the causes
A
Storm Eva Confluence on rivers Ouse and Foss Impermeable rocks Sparse vegetation No interception because of lack of trees Built on concrete
2
Q
Human Impacts
A
Opened Foss Barrier 600 houses were destroyed Many people slept in the city centre No one died Only valuables were taken 300-400 evacuated
3
Q
Environmental Impacts:
A
Flooded farmlands
Poisoning in the river
Animals were at risk
