Cyclone Idai Flashcards
What were the primary effects of cyclone Idai?
1300 people died.
3 million people were affected, many made homeless.
90% of the port city of Beira was destroyed by strong winds and storm surges. All 17 hospitals in Beira were damaged
Most people in Beira lost power.
What were the secondary effects of cyclone Idai?
Several rivers overflowed in Mozambique and neighbouring Zimbabwe, causing widespread floods (up to 6m deep) and washing away roads and bridges.
700,000ha of crops were destroyed by the floods threatening food supplies.
In April, outbreaks of cholera with 4,000 cases in Beira alone caused by a lack of sanitation and clean water.
What were the immediate responses to cyclone Idai?
Mozambique’s National Disasters Management Institute used boats and helicopters to rescue stranded people from rooftops and in trees.
140 evacuation centres were set up to cope with the 125,000 displaced people.
The UK government provided £18mn of aid in the form of food water and shelter kits.
The World Health Organisation provided 900,000 cholera vaccinations and anti-mosquito nets.
What were the long-term responses to cyclone Idai?
Dutch engineers helped to restore water supplies.
CAFOD spent over £2mn supporting families and helping communities rebuild their lives. Schools were rebuilt, seeds and agricultural advice provided for local farmers.
Improvements were made to the early warning system to increase awareness and preparedness.
What date was cyclone Idai?
14-15th March, 2019.
Where did cyclone Idai strike?
Mozambique.
How strong were the winds of cyclone Idai?
180km/h.
What category was cyclone Idai?
Category 2.
