Hurricane Sandy Flashcards
When did Hurricane Sandy form and when did it hit NYC?
On the 22nd of October 2012. It hit NYC one week later.
How many died in the event?
In the USA 111 people died.
What was total cost of the event in the USA?
$62billion - this makes it the 2nd most expensive US weather disaster.
How many were without power in New Jersey and New York City?
8.1million were without power for at least 1 day.
How many homes were destroyed by fire.
80 in NYC.
How many flights were cancelled?
Around 12000.
What secondary effect caused most of the damage?
A 7m high storm surge which flooded NYC.
How much sewage was released from a NYC sewage plant after severe damage?
2.75 billion gallons of sewage into the sea.
How many disaster centres were opened?
33 in NYC and a further 33 in New Jersey.
How much aid was provided by Direct Relief?
$2.2million spread across 89 shipments.
What did the Red Cross provide?
17000 responders
74000 shelters
300 response vehicles
17 million meals/snacks.
What did FEMA provide?
1 million litres of water.
How much was donated to the Red Cross?
$310million.
How much money was promised by congress?
$48billion but only $11billion.
What project is planned to reduce the effect of storm surges on NYC?
The Big U is a natural barrier and park to prevent storm surges. The first section will cost $335million. 30000 trees will also be planted on Jamaica Bay to slow down erosion.
