Case Study: Typhoon Haiyan

Question 1

When did Typhoon Haiyan occur?

Answer 1

8th November 2013

Question 2

What were the worst affect areas in the Philipphines?

Answer 2

-Tacloban
-Cebu

Question 3

What were the primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?

Answer 3

-8000 people killed.
-Strong winds damaged electricity lines and water supplies were contaminated.
-Cost of damage estimated at US $13 million.
-Heavy rainfall and Storm Surge caused 600,000 hectares of farmland to flood.

Question 4

What were the secondary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?

Answer 4

-Lack of clean water caused outbreaks of diseases such as dysentery.
-5.6 million workers lost their job due to destroyed businesses and agricultural land.

Question 5

What were the immediate responses of Typhoon Haiyan?

Answer 5

-The Philipphines’ meterological agency broadcasted warning about Typhoon Haiyan 2 days before it hit land.
-The Philippines declared declared a state of emergency, leading to many charities offering aid.

Question 6

What were the long-term responses of Typhoon Haiyan?

Answer 6

-The UN appealed for over $300 million to help fund relief.
-Charities built new storm-resistant homes for those who lost their home.
-The Philippines’ tourism board encouraged people to visit the country after the storm.