Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards
When did Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines?
7th November 2013.
How strong was Typhoon Haiyan?
Category 5 super typhoon.
What were the sustained (10 minute) wind speeds of Typhoon Haiyan at its peak intensity?
230 km/h (145 mph).
What were the sustained (1 minute) wind speeds of Typhoon Haiyan at its peak intensity?
315 km/h (195 mph).
How many people died in Typhoon Haiyan?
6,300.
On average, how large were the storm surges caused by Typhoon Haiyan?
Over 5 metres
How many fishing boats were destroyed?
30,000.
How many people were displaced due to Typhoon Haiyan?
Over 600,000.
How many homes were damaged or destroyed in Typhoon Haiyan?
40,000.
How much of the city of Tacloban was destroyed by Typhoon Haiyan?
90% of the city.
As well as the storm surge, what were the other primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
- Heavy winds damaging infrastructure.
- Heavy rain (over 400mm) causing flooding.
How many people were affected by Typhoon Haiyan?
14 million people.
How many people lost their source of income due to Typhoon Haiyan?
6 million.
How did Typhoon Haiyan affect health?
There were major shortages of food, water and shelter. The outbreak of disease was feared due to poor sanitation conditions in shelters and overwhelming amounts of dead bodies.
How long was power out in some places after Typhoon Haiyan?
Up to a month after the typhoon.
What other effects did flooding have after Typhoon Haiyan?
Triggered landslides, which blocked roads and slowed relief efforts.
What slowed the distribution of aid after Typhoon Haiyan?
Major disruptions to flights and ferry services, making it difficult to reach remote communities.
How did Typhoon Haiyan affect crime?
Looting and violence broke out in Tacloban.
How did international aid organisations respond to Typhoon Haiyan?
They brought food, water, aid supplies and temporary shelters to support those affected.
How did the Philippines Red Cross prepare for Typhoon Haiyan?
They pre-positioned emergency supplies ahead of the typhoon which meant they could be distributed quickly after the typhoon hit.
How many people did the Red Cross supply clean water to after Typhoon Haiyan?
1.1 million
How did Canada and the US respond to Typhoon Haiyan?
Deployed military aircrafts to assist with search and rescue and supply distribution.
How did France, Belgium and Israel immediately respond to Typhoon Haiyan?
They set up field hospitals to help the injured.
How many evacuation centres were set up after Typhoon Haiyan?
1,200.