Carlisle - Flood (Rich area)

Question 1

When (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 1

8th January 2005

River Eden

Question 2

Causes of flooding (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 2

• Heavy rain fall (200mm in 36HRS)

- Saturated soil - increased runoff in to River Eden - discharge reached 1520 comics (average is 52)

Question 3

Primary effects (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 3

• 3 deaths
• 3000 people were made homeless
• 4 schools were severely flooded
• 350 businesses were shut down
• 70,000 addresses lost power
• Roads and bridges were damaged
• Rivers were polluted with rubbish and sewage

Question 4

Secondary effects (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 4

• Children lost out on education
• Stress- related illnesses increased
• Around 3000 jobs were at risk

Question 5

Immediate responses (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 5

• People were evacuated from areas
• Reception centres were opened to provide food & drinks
• Temporary accommodation was set up

Question 6

Long-term responses (Carlisle c/s)

Answer 6

• Community groups provided emotional support & give practical help
• A flood defence scheme was set up (built up the banks on the River Eden)