HW 11.03 - Effects of Flooding - Year 7

Whats the name of the two rivers that meet where Tewkesbury is?

What was not good enough to help protect Tewkesbury from the flood? Flood ______ system

How many homes were evacuated in Tewkesbury?

Rain falling on concrete and tarmac is unable to soak into the ground, so stays on the surface. What is the cause of flooding?

What is the main cause of flooding? _____ ____

Which ones are causes of flooding? There are 2 answers

• urbanisation
• damage to ecosystems
• steep slopes
• evacuation of homes

___?____ are the second-most widespread natural disaster on Earth, after wildfires.

The process where water soaks through the ground is called _____.

When liquid or gas cannot pass through the rock, it is ________

What is the name for underground wells of water?