Case study: typhoon Haiyan Flashcards
1
Q
When did it occur?
A
November 2013
2
Q
Where did Haiyan hit?
A
the Philippines
3
Q
Why was there such a large impact on the popualtion?
A
it was the 30th storm that season
4
Q
What was its highest wind speed?
A
195mph
5
Q
How many deaths?
A
6,300
6
Q
How high did the storm surges reach?
A
5-6m
7
Q
How much was the Tacloban city was destroyed?
A
90%
8
Q
How many people were said to be affected?
A
11.5 million
9
Q
How many people were left displaced?
A
600,000
10
Q
How much was the economic damage?
A
$13 billion
11
Q
How many people were deployed to provide aid by national agencies?
A
18,000
12
Q
How many $ in aid did USA provide?
A
$37 million
13
Q
How many people were still without a home a year later?
A
2.5 million
