Snow Causing Problems in Yorkshire & the North

A severe snowstorm left 40,000 homes without power, affecting businesses and daily life in Darbyshire. Roads became impassable, prompting warnings to check on vulnerable individuals. The unseasonable weather caused significant agricultural losses, with livestock perishing in the snow. Efforts continue to mitigate further damage.

How many homes were affected by power outages during the snowstorm?

• 30,000

• 20,000

• 10,000

• 40,000

What was one of the main challenges faced by the Derbyshire store during the power outage?

• Flooded basement

• Lack of customers

• Broken windows

• Defrosting freezers

Which major routes were affected by the snowstorm?

• A40 and M25

• A5 and M6

• A66 and M62

• A1 and M1

Why was the snowstorm considered unseasonable?

• It occurred in December

• It was expected in April

• It happened in March

• It was forecasted in May

What was the impact of the snowstorm on the Derbyshire farm?

• New equipment purchased

• Increased crop yield

• Farm expansion

• Livestock perished