Case study for coastal erosion - Holderness coast Flashcards
1
Q
How long is the coastline? (Holderness coasts)
A
61km long
2
Q
What is the average rate of erosion? (Holderness coasts)
A
1.8m per year
3
Q
Why does the coast erode so rapidly? (Holderness coasts)
A
- rock type
- narrow beaches
- powerful waves
- soft geology
4
Q
What are the social impacts of the coastal erosion? (Holderness coasts)
A
- property prices fallen
- 30 villages lost
- coastal industries close
- loss of jobs
5
Q
What are the economic impacts of the coastal erosion? (Holderness coasts)
A
- Tourism declined by 30%
- 10 caravan parks lost per year
- £2 mill spent on protection in Mappleton
6
Q
What are the environmental impacts of the coastal erosion? (Holderness coasts)
A
- SSSI threatened
- lakes may connect to the sea
- vegetation destroyed
