Current Affairs (Whaley) Flashcards
1
Q
What happened in Whaley?
A
Peak district reservoir dam nearly collapsed. Whaley Bridge.
2
Q
Who helped sort the issue?
Whaley
A
Local emergency services and volunteers. The RAF sent a Chinooks out to help block the flow of water and prevent a collapse.
3
Q
How many evacuated?
Whaley
A
Over 1000 residents evacuated.
4
Q
How was damage minimised?
Whaley
A
Over 400 tonnes of aggregate were dropped.
The aggregate was dropped to direct the flow of water in to a nearby reservoir to protect the people who live near the dam.
5
Q
How long until it’s repaired?
Whaley
A
Permanent repairs might take three years
6
Q
How many people involved in the efforts?
Whaley
A
More than 1,000 people have worked day and night for 7 days
