3.6 Weather Hazards in the UK Flashcards

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What is meant by extreme weather?

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Weather hazards which are abnormal then usual circulatory weather patterns and are far more dangerous

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What is prolonged rainfall?

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➢ Persistent rainfall over a long period

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Why is droughts and extreme heat a problem in the Uk?

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➢ Rivers and reservoirs can dry up

➢ Affects water supplies and wildlife

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