G1A Case Study: Typhoon Haiyan

Question 1

Primary
effects of Typhoon haiyan

Answer 1

6,300 people died and other missing
30,000 fishing boats destroyed
Strong winds and heavy rain destroyed countless buildings

Question 2

Secondary Effects of Typhoon Haiyan

Answer 2

14 million people were affected.
Major shortages of food water and aid supplies
Outbreaks of diseases
6 million lost their source of income

Question 3

Immediate Response

Answer 3

Canada and Usa deployed military to assist with search and rescue.

1200 evacuation centres were set up to help the homeless.

Question 4

Secondary Response

Answer 4

United nations provided financial aid and medical support

Oxfam have supported the replacement of fishing boats supporting the recovery of a vital sector

Question 5

How do people prepare for tropical storms use an example

Answer 5

In the USA there is a hurricane prepardeness week in May. People are encouraged to do the following.
Prepare disaster supply kits
have fuel in their cars
Locate official evacuation centres
Store loose objects
Plan with family on what to do