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Floods Cause Impact Prediction Action Revision
Floods action
Action
The flash floods in Inverness called for action to be taken by a number of organisations. Some action was needed immediately while other action would be needed long after the flood water had disappeared. Investigate the responsibilities of each of the organisations and compare it to what action they actually took.
Inverness flooded Emergency services
Immediate action
Local authority
Immediate action
Long term action
Sepa
Immediate action
Long term action
In the event of an Environmental Hazard the press often report on individuals who have been affected and keep the public up to date with any long term action that is being taken in relation to the event. Select and read the newspaper articles for more information.
News article 1 News article 2 News article 3 News article 4 News article 5
Summary When you have examined all the information print the 'Summary' and then try the 'Exercise'. Action exercise


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