Physical Landscapes of UK: Banbury Flashcards
1
Q
Location and population?
A
30km North of Oxford, population of 45000
2
Q
Previous floods?
A
1998 flood caused £12.5 million of damage
3
Q
Most recent flood which triggered change?
A
2007 flood
4
Q
Method for change, social?
A
A361 raised to stay open during flood- led to less anxiety.
5
Q
Method for change, environmental?
A
Earth needed for embankment has now created new habitats for wildlife.
6
Q
Method for change, economic?
A
scheme cost £18.5 million but is expected to have saved £100 million in homes and businesses protected.
