Huge Storm Forecast To Hit UK

Huge Storm Forecast To Hit UK

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Life Skills, Biology, Geography, Science

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Meteorology students from Reading University are preparing for a significant storm, expected to be the largest in 25 years. The Met Office is closely monitoring the storm's development, which is forming in the Atlantic and expected to hit the southwest of England. Local areas, like Swanage Pier, are taking precautions to minimize damage. The Highways Agency advises caution for travelers as the storm approaches, with high winds and waves anticipated.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected wind speed of the storm that meteorology students are preparing for?

80 miles per hour

90 miles per hour

70 miles per hour

60 miles per hour

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the storm expected to make landfall according to the Met Office?

Northwest of England

Southeast of England

Northeast of England

Southwest of England

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern for Swanage Pier as the storm approaches?

Flooding from heavy rain

Strong winds causing damage

High tides and surging waves

Lightning strikes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice does the Highways Agency give to drivers during the storm?

Drive at normal speed

Avoid using headlights

Check travel conditions and drive carefully

Ignore weather warnings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action has been taken regarding ferry services due to the predicted high seas?

Ferry services are rerouted

Ferry services are canceled

Ferry services are delayed

Ferry services are operating as usual