Storm Event

Severity ? 2

Source

No known sources of information.

Pathway

“Huge” waves overtopped the sea defences in areas along the Cornish coastline, according to the BBC (2016).

Receptor and Consequence

This event was associated with flooding in many areas of Cornwall (BBC, 2016). Vehicles and non-residential properties were among the damaged assets, with some ground-floor property required pumping to remove flood water.

Summary Table

Loss of life *
Residential property *
Evacuation & Rescue *
 
Cost *
Ports *
Transport *
Energy *
Public services *
Water & wastewater Some ground-floor properties required pumping
Livestock *
Agricultural land *
 
Coastal erosion *
Natural environment *
Cultural heritage *
Coastal defences *

*No known sources of information available

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References

  1. BBC, 2016. ‘Huge waves bring flooding to South West’. BBC News. Available at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-36010361 (Accessed: 10 April 2016).
  2. BBC, 2016. ‘Huge waves bring flooding to South West’. BBC News. Available at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-36010361 (Accessed: 10 April 2016).