Tacloban- link to phillipenes and typhoon haiyan Flashcards
local scale hazardous location
is it within the pacific ring of fire
yes
topography
flat land surrounded by steep mountains- more risk of landslides in the local area
- flat land means the whole city will flood quickly and difficult to evacuate
how many tropical storms does it experiece per year
20
population
240,000
how many of the 9000 deaths were in the tacloban from typhoon haiyan
5900
physical nature of typhoons
These intense tropical cyclones are frequent in the Philippines, including Tacloban, due to its location within the typhoon belt. They bring high winds, torrential rain, and storm surges, causing widespread destruction.
physical nature of landslides
The steep slopes surrounding Tacloban, combined with the heavy rainfall associated with typhoons, increase the risk of landslides, burying structures and disrupting infrastructure.
physical nature of floood
The low-lying nature of Tacloban, coupled with intense rainfall, leads to frequent flooding, inundating homes and businesses, and causing property damage and displacement. During Haiyan, Tacloban flooded up to 1km in-land.
physical nature of storm surges
Typhoons generate massive waves that cause coastal flooding, often exceeding normal sea levels by several metres. This can devastate coastal communities like Tacloban, leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. During Haiyan there was a 5m storm surge.
physical nature of earthquakes
Tacloban City and the Philippines, sit on The Pacific Ring of Fire and there is significant seismic activity. Earthquakes are common with secondary impacts of tsunamis and landslides also a threat.
physical nature of volcanic activity
Again, Tacloban is situated within The Pacific Ring of Fire and there is a significant threat from volcanic activity and secondary impacts of Lahars
