Weather hazards in the UK

Question 1

What do heat waves lead to?

Answer 1

They can lead to periods of drought and humans and animals can suffer

Question 2

How can heat waves affect travel?

Answer 2

railways can buckle and tarmac near roads can melt

Question 3

During the summer hailstorms are possible. What could the effects of hailstorms be?

Answer 3

they can break windows, reduce visibility on roads, potentially causing injury

Question 4

What can drought lead to?

Answer 4

Rivers can dry up and reservoirs can become dangerously low which can affect water supplies and wildlife.

Question 5

What can strong winds lead to?

Answer 5

Disruption to power supplies and damage from fallen trees.

Question 6

What can thunderstorms and extreme rainfall lead to?

Answer 6

Can lead to flash floods like in Boscastle, Cornwall 2004.

Question 7

What are the dangers of heavy snow?

Answer 7

Slipping on ice can cause severe or fatal head injuries.If there is too much snow, roads, trains, school and businesses may be forced to shut.

Question 8

What are the dangers of extreme cold?

Answer 8

Homeless people are extremely vulnerable at this time of year. Harsh and cold winters can kill crops which cause problems for farmers and could cause food shortages.