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Discovering the Somerset Floods: Impacts and Responses in 2014
Troublebubs
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Background and Causes of the Somerset Levels Floods 2014
The Somerset Levels flooding 2024 was a catastrophic event that occurred in a coastal plain and wetland area in central Somerset. This region is characterized by flat land lying close to sea level, primarily used for agricultural purposes including arable farming and grazing. The area is also known for its important habitats supporting diverse bird and plant species.
The flooding was triggered by a combination of factors. January 2014 was recorded as the wettest since records began in 1910. A succession of low-pressure systems driven across the Atlantic Ocean brought an extended period of wet weather lasting several weeks. High tides and storm surges from the Bristol Channel pushed water up the rivers, preventing freshwater from reaching the sea and causing it to spill over river banks.
Highlight: A critical factor contributing to the floods was the lack of river dredging for at least 20 years, which had led to rivers becoming clogged with sediments.
The Somerset Levels are located in the South-West of England, bordering the Bristol Channel which leads to the North Atlantic Ocean. The area is characterized by four main rivers: the Axe, Brue, Parrett, and Exe. It is a flat, low-lying area surrounded by three hills: the Mendip, Quantock, and Blackdown. The main towns in the region include Glastonbury, Wells, and Yeovil.
Example: To combat the flooding, numerous pumps were employed to remove water from the levels and return it to the rivers at a rate of 10 tonnes per second.
The impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 were far-reaching and severe. Over 14,000 hectares of agricultural land were submerged for 3-4 weeks, severely reducing winter and spring crop production. Half of the winter cereals were destroyed by flood damage. The livestock sector was also heavily affected, with 200 farms impacted and 16 requiring emergency evacuation of over 1,000 animals.
Economic impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 included significant losses for farmers who had to pay for alternative land and housing for their livestock. Over 600 homes and buildings were flooded, incurring high costs for water pumping, fuel, and cleanup machinery. Local businesses suffered losses exceeding £1 million.
The environmental impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 were equally significant. Bird populations were severely affected, with the main roosting site deeply flooded and only 20% of the usual February number of water birds present. Soil quality was compromised after being submerged for nearly three months, with some crops taking up to two years to recover.
Highlight: The Somerset floods cost the tourism industry an estimated £200 million, highlighting the wide-ranging economic consequences of the disaster.
Emergency responses to the Somerset floods 2014 were swift and varied. Emergency services and the military assisted in evacuating people and providing aid to those stranded. In Muchelney, an innovative solution was implemented: a pontoon (floating bridge) was created along the flooded road, allowing local residents to walk to dry land and maintain a connection to the rest of Somerset.
Vocabulary: Pontoon - A floating structure used as a bridge or landing stage.
The Somerset floods 2014 case study demonstrates the complex interplay between natural factors, human land management practices, and climate change in exacerbating flood risks in vulnerable areas. It underscores the importance of regular river maintenance, effective flood defense systems, and adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events on both human communities and natural ecosystems.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
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Sudenaz Ocak
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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
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THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
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Discovering the Somerset Floods: Impacts and Responses in 2014
Troublebubs
@kb.xxy
The Somerset Levels flooding 2024was a significant event that severely impacted agriculture, wildlife, and local communities. Heavy rainfall, high tides, and inadequate river maintenance led to extensive flooding, causing widespread damage to farmland, homes, and infrastructure. The event highlighted... Show more
Background and Causes of the Somerset Levels Floods 2014
The Somerset Levels flooding 2024 was a catastrophic event that occurred in a coastal plain and wetland area in central Somerset. This region is characterized by flat land lying close to sea level, primarily used for agricultural purposes including arable farming and grazing. The area is also known for its important habitats supporting diverse bird and plant species.
The flooding was triggered by a combination of factors. January 2014 was recorded as the wettest since records began in 1910. A succession of low-pressure systems driven across the Atlantic Ocean brought an extended period of wet weather lasting several weeks. High tides and storm surges from the Bristol Channel pushed water up the rivers, preventing freshwater from reaching the sea and causing it to spill over river banks.
Highlight: A critical factor contributing to the floods was the lack of river dredging for at least 20 years, which had led to rivers becoming clogged with sediments.
The Somerset Levels are located in the South-West of England, bordering the Bristol Channel which leads to the North Atlantic Ocean. The area is characterized by four main rivers: the Axe, Brue, Parrett, and Exe. It is a flat, low-lying area surrounded by three hills: the Mendip, Quantock, and Blackdown. The main towns in the region include Glastonbury, Wells, and Yeovil.
Example: To combat the flooding, numerous pumps were employed to remove water from the levels and return it to the rivers at a rate of 10 tonnes per second.
The impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 were far-reaching and severe. Over 14,000 hectares of agricultural land were submerged for 3-4 weeks, severely reducing winter and spring crop production. Half of the winter cereals were destroyed by flood damage. The livestock sector was also heavily affected, with 200 farms impacted and 16 requiring emergency evacuation of over 1,000 animals.
Economic impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 included significant losses for farmers who had to pay for alternative land and housing for their livestock. Over 600 homes and buildings were flooded, incurring high costs for water pumping, fuel, and cleanup machinery. Local businesses suffered losses exceeding £1 million.
The environmental impacts of the Somerset floods 2014 were equally significant. Bird populations were severely affected, with the main roosting site deeply flooded and only 20% of the usual February number of water birds present. Soil quality was compromised after being submerged for nearly three months, with some crops taking up to two years to recover.
Highlight: The Somerset floods cost the tourism industry an estimated £200 million, highlighting the wide-ranging economic consequences of the disaster.
Emergency responses to the Somerset floods 2014 were swift and varied. Emergency services and the military assisted in evacuating people and providing aid to those stranded. In Muchelney, an innovative solution was implemented: a pontoon (floating bridge) was created along the flooded road, allowing local residents to walk to dry land and maintain a connection to the rest of Somerset.
Vocabulary: Pontoon - A floating structure used as a bridge or landing stage.
The Somerset floods 2014 case study demonstrates the complex interplay between natural factors, human land management practices, and climate change in exacerbating flood risks in vulnerable areas. It underscores the importance of regular river maintenance, effective flood defense systems, and adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events on both human communities and natural ecosystems.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user