Bam, Iran, LEDC Earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
What was the magnitude?
A
6.6
2
Q
How many deaths?
A
25,000 dead, 48,000 unconfirmed
3
Q
What caused the initial huge number of deaths?
A
Roof collapses due to poorly constructed homes
4
Q
Which tourist attraction which attracts 100,000 visitors a year was destroyed?
A
Arg-e Bam
5
Q
How many made homeless?
A
60,000
6
Q
How much did the damage cost?
A
$1 billion
7
Q
Why was the timing of the earthquake so crucial?
A
Struck at 5.10am on Friday morning, Muslim day of rest
8
Q
How long did it take for aid to reach Bam?
A
48 hours
9
Q
Who was in charge of the clean up operation?
A
Iranian Red Crescent
10
Q
How many tents distributed within the first four days?
A
90,000
11
Q
What date was the earthquake?
A
26th December 2003
