π Introduction:
Flooding in the UK has become more frequent and severe. But what are the causes, and how does this link to GCSE Geography?
π What Happened? (Brief News Summary)
- Date & Location: February 2024, severe flooding affected Yorkshire and the Midlands.
- Key Facts: Over 5,000 homes damaged, Β£50 million in economic losses.
- Causes: Prolonged rainfall, saturated ground, poor urban drainage.
π How This Links to GCSE Geography:
- Rivers & Flooding β Causes of flooding & management.
- Climate Change β Extreme weather and global warming.
- Urbanisation β How cities increase flood risks.
π© Exam Question Challenge:
π― “Using a recent example, explain how human and physical factors contribute to flooding. (6 marks)”