Storm Event

Severity ? 2

Source

A large storm surge and high winds caused extensive damage to the Barry Island pleasure park at Newport region (Young, 2018).

Pathway

Strong winds cause minor overtopping in Burnham-on-Sea.

Receptor and Consequence

Flood was reported at Barry Island pleasure park. Streets nearby were also flooded and 16 homes had minor flood damage (Young, 2018).

Summary Table

Loss of life *
Residential property 16 homes had minor flood damage.
Evacuation & Rescue *
   
Cost *
Ports *
Transport *
Energy *
Public services Streets and park were flooded.
Water & wastewater *
Livestock *
Agricultural land *
   
Coastal erosion *
Natural environment *
Cultural heritage *
Coastal defences *

*No known sources of information available

References

  1. Young, A. (2018). A Historical Analysis of Coastal Flooding in the Upper Bristol Channel 1962-2016. Southampton Undergraduate Thesis.