CASE STUDY - Storm Desmond Flashcards by Mckenna Wilkinson

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When did Storm Desmond occur?

A

2015

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How much rain fell from the 4th to the 6th of December?

A

62mm

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Q

Give 3 impacts of Storm Desmond.

A

Agricultural land at Warwick Holmes flooded
£500m of damage across Cumbria
2 people died in Cumbria

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Q

Give 3 responses to Storm Desmond.

A

£400,000 was donated within 48 hours by the public to help people affected by Storm Desmond
The government announced a £50m repair and renew scheme for Cumbria Lancashire
Bilts Park embankment raised by 0.5m to prevent overtopping

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