Hurricane Harvey Response Flashcards
1
Q
Which countries sent what aid?
A
- Mexico: volunteer rescuers
- Singapore: Chinook helicopters
- Israel: $1million
- Venezuela: $5 million
2
Q
What did the federal government provide?
A
$15bn in aid for:
- flood insurance
- low interest rebuilding loans
- hotel room costs
3
Q
What did American companies do?
A
Local companies provided food to volunteers and victims
Commercial planes were used to bring supplies and evacuate people
4
Q
Which charities helped in the response?
A
American Red Cross
