Medmerry Flashcards
1
Q
what strategy did Medmerry choose
A
managed retreat
2
Q
who was in charge of Medmerry’s plans
A
environmental agency
3
Q
what was built to protect Medmerry
A
a 7 km flood bank
4
Q
how much does Medmerry pay each year for beach reprofiling
A
£300,000
5
Q
what does managed retreat provide
A
provides habitats for animals
absorbs wave energy
6
Q
what did the last breach of defence at Medmerry cause
A
£5 million of damage so managed retreat is a better option
7
Q
how much did the scheme in Medmerry cost
A
£28 million
8
Q
what happened to the flooded areas
A
there is a fish nursery in the flooded areas
