Hazards: Tropical Storm-Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards by Melissa Unknown | Brainscape

Q

What were the environmental impacts of the typhoon?

A

Flooding (rainfall 300mm)

- Loss of marine animals

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Where did the typhoon happen?

A

Philippines, West of the Pacific

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What was the date of the typhoon?

A

7th November 2013

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What was the city in the path of the typhoon?

A

Tacloban

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How many deaths was there?

A

6000

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What was the height of the storm surge?

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6m

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What was the maximum category of the typhoon?

A

5 (195mph)

Supertyphoon

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What was the total financial cost ?

A

2.9 billion

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What was the amount of rainfall that fell?

A

300mm

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What were the topographical issues ?

A

Flat land

Islands

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What were the construction issues?

A

Poorly built houses

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How many people were displaced from their homes?

A

6 million

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Who’s response limited the spread of disease?

A

WHO - World Health Organisation

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How did the UK help?

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They sent 2 navy ships of aid

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