LEDC Earthquake - Haiti Flashcards
1
Q
What type of plate boundary is it on?
A
A conservative boundary between the North American and Caribbean plates
2
Q
When did it happen?
A
January 2010
3
Q
What was the strength of the earthquake?
A
7.2 on the Richter scale
4
Q
How many people died?
A
Over 220,000
5
Q
The earthquake caused an outbreak of which disease?
A
Cholera
6
Q
How much money did the Haiti appeal raise?
A
£107 million
7
Q
How many people were made homeless
A
1.3 million
8
Q
Short term responses:
A
Emergency rescue teams arrived from other countries
Medical teams began treating the injured
United Nations troops were sent to provide aid and keep order
9
Q
Long term responses:
A
‘Cash for work’ programs are paying Haitians to clear rubble
Money was pledged by organisations and governments to assist in rebuilding
