Extreme Weather in the UK - Case Study (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Quizzes
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Where was the record temperature of over 38.1°C recorded during the 2003 UK heatwave?
Where was the record temperature of over 38.1°C recorded during the 2003 UK heatwave?
Gravesend, Kent
During which months was rainfall below expected levels in the 2003 UK heatwave?
During which months was rainfall below expected levels in the 2003 UK heatwave?
June, July, and August
What weather system caused the 2003 UK heatwave?
What weather system caused the 2003 UK heatwave?
A 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 deaths
How many people were injured by lightning strikes during the 2003 heatwave?
How many people were injured by lightning strikes during the 2003 heatwave?
20 people
What fraction of heatwave deaths was suspected to be caused by poor air quality?
What fraction of heatwave deaths was suspected to be caused by poor air quality?
One-third
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 crop failure in the 2003 heatwave?
How much did the farming industry lose due to crop failure in the 2003 heatwave?
£13 billion
By what percentage did wheat yield fall in the UK in 2003?
By what percentage did wheat yield fall in the UK 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
Which project did the Department of Health launch to warn of hot weather?
Which project did the Department of Health launch to warn of hot weather?
Heat-Health Watch
What water usage restriction was introduced due to public water supply shortages?
What water usage restriction was introduced due to public water supply shortages?
Ban on using hose pipes