Case study - Storm Desmond 2015 Flashcards

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How many people died as a result of the flooding?

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There were two flood related deaths.

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How many properties in England were flooded as a result of the flooding in 2015?

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In total, around 16,000 properties in England were flooded.

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How much was spent on emergency payments to households and businesses?

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£24 million

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How many families were helped into alternative accommodation?

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3,000

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How much was granted in additional funding for flood recovery?

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£200 million

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What was the economic cost of the floods?

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Approximately £5 billion

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