HIC Cumbria Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Cumbria floods happen?
A
November 2009
2
Q
Where did the flood happen?
A
The flood happened in Cumbria. Cumbria is a high income cocuntry which is located in north west england.
3
Q
What are the cinsequences
A
A policeman died
Graveyards destroyed
Debris
Bridge closures in Workington have caused lots of traffic
Cumbrain people were prasied for their great community spirit
Thousands of buisinesses and homs damaged, some beyond repair
4
Q
How and why did it happen?
A
Up to 370mm in 24 hours
Six bridges collapsed
