The Beast From The East Flashcards
1
Q
The beast from the east
A
-Easterly winds from Russia
-polar jet stream was not on normal path
2
Q
Primary effects
A
-a man died in London
-huge amounts of snow was dropped, up to 50cm
-60-70mph wind
-hundreds trapped in cars
3
Q
Secondary effects
A
-cost 10 million in insurance
-super markets saw a rush in customers
-major shopping centers and businesses closes
4
Q
Responses
A
-Stranded drivers given foil blankets
-greggs gave out free food on the A1
-Met office issued red warning
-rail passengers were warned to avoid travelling to/from Scotland