(A) UK Weather Hazards

Question 1

Example of a UK weather hazard

Answer 1

Winter storms 2013

Question 2

Why did 2013 winter storms occur

Answer 2

Deep depression formed over Atlantic, which was caused by temperatures in the south being 1.5C than normal, contrasting lower temperatures in the north causing storms

Question 3

Social impacts of 2013 storms

Answer 3

• Travel chaos as high winds caused rail networks and flights to be closed
• Loss of electricity
• flooding
• homes destroyed

Question 4

5 examples of UK extreme weather

Answer 4

Thunderstorms 
Heavy snowfall
Strong winds
Heavy rainfall
Drought