Disaster Preparedness - USA (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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Most expensive US natural disaster to date
Most expensive US natural disaster to date
2012-2015 drought
% of USA affected at 2012 drought peak
% of USA affected at 2012 drought peak
80%
US state worst affected by 2012-2015 drought
US state worst affected by 2012-2015 drought
California
Why 2012-2015 drought called 'hidden' disaster
Why 2012-2015 drought called 'hidden' disaster
No direct fatalities
% of California's water used for farming
% of California's water used for farming
80%
Famous 1930s US drought event name
Famous 1930s US drought event name
Dust Bowl
Year US govt announced drought financial assistance
Year US govt announced drought financial assistance
2015
Govt support for livestock during drought
Govt support for livestock during drought
Animal feed and water access
California non-essential water use restricted
California non-essential water use restricted
Lawn watering
2012-2015 drought duration vs previous US droughts
2012-2015 drought duration vs previous US droughts
Lasted considerably longer