Geog Flashcards
When did typhoon Haiyan happen
November 2013
What happened
5m storm surge swept on shore by winds up to 170mph
How many people were killed
6300
How many people were displaced
Over 600,000
How many homes were destroyed
40,000
What did the wind damage
Buildings
Power lines
Crops
How much rain caused widespread flooding
400mm
How many people were affected
14 million
How many jobs were lost
6 million
What did flooding cause
Landslides
Blocking roads for aid workers
What were there shortages of
Power
Water
Food
Shelter
Leading to outbreaks of diseases
Were schools destroyed
Yes
What occurred in Talcoban
Lotting
Violence
How many evacuation centres were set up
1200
What were the immediate responses
Rapid overseas aid
US helicopters assisted
Field hospitals
What were the long term responses
Supplies and medical support
Rebuilding of infrastructure
Rice farming and fishing quickly re-established
Home re-built in safer areas
More cyclone shelters built
What are some tropical storm house characteristics
Built on raised ground
Shutters over windows
Built on stilts in case of flood
Stairs to take people to the first floor for safety
