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Case study : Towyn
STORMS - EXTREME EVENTS

The most damaging flooding occurs when there is an extreme event.

Extreme events are often the result of:

  • High tide
  • A severe low pressure weather system which, at the same time,
    • brings strong onshore winds
    • creates high waves
    • raises the height of the sea
John Briggs 2002

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Will Wales be subject to more storms/extreme events in the future?

Are extreme events becoming more or less frequent in future climate change predictions? [look in Future Climate in Wales section]

From your own knowledge

  • in which direction do low pressure systems[depressions] cross the British Isles?
  • what direction are the prevailing winds across the British Isles?
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Sea defences in Wales