Water on the Land: rich flooding

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  • Created by: Niamh
  • Created on: 18-05-15 19:54
Where? (rich flood)
Carlisle, England
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When? (rich flood)
8th January, 2005
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River?
River Eden
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Three causes?
Heavy rainfall, large urban areas, discharge of river =1520 cumecs
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Primary effects? (x2)
3 deaths, 3000 homeless
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Secondary effects? (x2)
Children lost out on education, 3000 jobs at risk
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Immediate responses? (x2)
People evacuated, temporary accommodation
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Secondary responses? (x2)
Community groups for emotional and practical help, flood defence scheme
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When? (rich flood)

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8th January, 2005

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Primary effects? (x2)

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