Case study-Haiti-2021-Earthquake Flashcards
Earthquake
When was it?
14th august 2021
What was the magnitude?
7.2
What type of plate boundary was involved in the earthquake?
The earthquake occurred at a transform plate boundary
Which tectonic plates were involved?
The Caribbean Plate and the North American Plate
What caused the 2021 Haiti earthquake?
It was caused by the movement along the Enriquillo-Plantain Garden fault system due to accumulated stress along the transform boundary
How many deaths were reported due to the earthquake?
Approximately 2,200 deaths
What were the primary impacts of the earthquake?
Ground shaking
Building collapses
Damage to infrastructure (roads, bridges)
What were some secondary impacts of the earthquake?
Landslides
Aftershocks
Displacement of populations
What were the social impacts of the earthquake?
Displacement of over 100,000 people
137,000 buildings destroyed
At least 53 medical facilities suffered partial damage while six were totally destroyed
What were the economic impacts of the earthquake?
Estimated damage of $1.5 billion
Loss of livelihoods and jobs
Disruption to local markets and agriculture
What were the environmental impacts of the earthquake?
Damage to natural habitats
Soil erosion from landslides
Pollution of water sources due to debris
What were the political impacts of the earthquake?
Increased political instability
Challenges in governance and emergency response
Criticism of government preparedness and response measures
Is Haiti considered a vulnerable and risky location?
Yes, Haiti is highly vulnerable due to its geographical location, poor infrastructure, and history of natural disasters
What are the risk factors associated with earthquakes in Haiti?
Proximity to active fault lines
High population density in urban areas
Poor building standards and infrastructure
Socioeconomic factors limiting preparedness and recovery
