typhoon haiyan Flashcards
1
Q
where and when did the typhoon take place?
A
Philippines, November 8 2013
2
Q
what category was typhoon haiyan?
A
category 5
3
Q
how long did it last?
A
6 hours
4
Q
what percentage of the area was destroyed?
A
70-80%
5
Q
name 2 things that were destroyed/damaged
A
Tacloban’s airport damaged, 30,000 boats destroyed
6
Q
what were the effects in spreading of disease?
A
lack of food and water, sanitation, shelter, medication
7
Q
what was a failed response?
A
emergency aid was provided after 3 days
8
Q
how were buildings improved?
A
upgraded with protection
9
Q
how was mental health taken into consideration?
A
charities provided therapy
10
Q
how was international support provided?
A
organisations, $1.5 billion foreign aid
