Cockermouth Flashcards
When did the flood occur?
19th November 2009
What was the main cause of the flood?
316mm of rain fell in 24 hours
How many people died in the flood?
1 person
How many homes were flooded?
1500
Name two economic primary effects
6 bridges collapsed
Farm livestock was killed and so were buildings and fences
Give an environmental primary effect
The river tore loose and carried away hundreds of trees damaging ecosystems
Give a social secondary effect
Contaminated water posed health risks
Give two economic secondary effects
Loss of Christmas trade due to loss of tourism
Insurance costs were more than £100million
Give an environmental secondary effect
Landslides
How many people were rescued?
200 proper rescued by RAF helicopter
What did the army build?
Temporary footbridge
What happened to small businesses
Temporary trading places
What new flood management strategies were put in place?
Flood walls to protect homes and flood gates
What did network rail build?
A new station at Workington
