GCSE somerset floods cause effects and responses Flashcards
What year did the Somerset floods occur?
2014
What is the primary cause of the Somerset floods?
Heavy rainfall and prolonged wet weather
True or False: The River Tone and River Parrett overflowed during the Somerset floods.
True
Fill in the blank: The Somerset floods resulted in the flooding of approximately ______ homes.
1,000
What was one of the major impacts on agriculture due to the floods?
Loss of crops and livestock
What type of emergency service was heavily involved in the response to the floods?
Fire and Rescue Service
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a response measure taken after the floods? A) Building new roads B) Dredging rivers C) Increasing taxes
B) Dredging rivers
What was one social effect of the Somerset floods?
Displacement of residents
True or False: The floods caused significant damage to local infrastructure.
True
What long-term strategy was proposed to prevent future flooding in Somerset?
Improving flood defenses
Fill in the blank: The total estimated economic cost of the Somerset floods was around ______ million.
200
What organization led the recovery efforts post-flood?
The Environment Agency
Multiple Choice: Which of the following areas was most affected by the floods? A) London B) Somerset C) Cornwall
B) Somerset
What was a key environmental impact of the floods?
Erosion of riverbanks
True or False: The floods had no impact on local wildlife.
False
What was one of the immediate responses by the government to the floods?
Deployment of military personnel
Fill in the blank: The Somerset floods highlighted the need for better ______ management.
flood
What role did community volunteers play during the floods?
Assisting with sandbagging and rescue operations
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a cause of the floods? A) Climate change B) Deforestation C) Drought
C) Drought
What was a significant health concern during the floods?
Waterborne diseases
True or False: The floods in Somerset were a one-time event.
False
What did the 2014 Somerset floods lead to in terms of policy changes?
Increased focus on flood risk management
Fill in the blank: Many residents were left without ______ for several weeks after the floods.
electricity
What type of infrastructure was particularly vulnerable during the floods?
Roads and bridges
Multiple Choice: Which government body was responsible for flood defense in Somerset? A) Highways Agency B) Environment Agency C) National Health Service
B) Environment Agency
What was one psychological effect on the residents after the floods?
Increased anxiety and stress
Fill in the blank: The floods prompted calls for better ______ planning in the region.
land
