Extreme Weather in the UK - Case Study (AQA GCSE Geography): Quizzes
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What record temperature was recorded during the 2003 UK heatwave?
What record temperature was recorded during the 2003 UK heatwave?
38.1°C
Where was the record temperature during the 2003 heatwave recorded?
Where was the record temperature during the 2003 heatwave recorded?
Gravesend, Kent
During which months was UK rainfall below normal in 2003?
During which months was UK rainfall below normal in 2003?
June, July, August
What weather system caused the 2003 heatwave?
What weather system caused the 2003 heatwave?
Long-lasting high pressure system
How many deaths were attributed to the 2003 UK heatwave?
How many deaths were attributed to the 2003 UK heatwave?
2,000
What proportion of heatwave deaths were caused by poor air quality?
What proportion of heatwave deaths were caused by poor air quality?
1/3 of deaths
How many people were injured by lightning strikes during the heatwave?
How many people were injured by lightning strikes during the heatwave?
20 people
What speed restriction was imposed on railways due to buckled tracks?
What speed restriction was imposed on railways due to buckled tracks?
30 mph
How much did the farming industry lose due to the 2003 heatwave?
How much did the farming industry lose due to the 2003 heatwave?
£13 billion
How many extra people packed onto Brighton beach during the heatwave?
How many extra people packed onto Brighton beach during the heatwave?
1000
By what percentage did wheat yields fall in 2003?
By what percentage did wheat yields fall in 2003?
12%
How many farm animals were lost during the 2003 heatwave?
How many farm animals were lost during the 2003 heatwave?
Over 1000
What project did the Department of Health launch to manage future heatwaves?
What project did the Department of Health launch to manage future heatwaves?
Heat-Health Watch
What ban was temporarily introduced due to water supply shortages?
What ban was temporarily introduced due to water supply shortages?
Hosepipe ban
How many severe flood warnings were issued during the 2003 heatwave?
How many severe flood warnings were issued during the 2003 heatwave?
40