Quick facts on 2015-16 UK storms Flashcards
1
Q
Abigail
A
12-13 November Strongest Gust 84mph South Uist Amber severe weather warning given Heavy rain Stron wind 20 000 homes without power in North west Scotland Schools closed
2
Q
Why are they naming the storms?
A
To raise awareness for severe weather and ensure greater safety of the public
3
Q
Barney
A
17-18th November Biggest gust was 85mph 3 000 homes in Derbyshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire without power 6 000 homes in Wales without power Fallen trees
4
Q
Clodagh
A
29th November
Gusts 70mph
3 500 without electricity
Trees blocking roads and railway lines
5
Q
Desmond
A
4-5th December
Red severe weather warning issued for rain over Cumbria
6
Q
Eva
A
24th December
7
Q
Frank
A
29-30th December
Gusts at 85mph South Uist
