Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards
1
Q
What were the two human impacts from typhoon haiyan
A
6190 deaths and 1785 missing
In tacloban (the worst hit area) 371000 people were evacuated resulting in a refugee crisis
2
Q
What were the impacts on property from the storm
A
Five million people saw their homes severely damaged or destroyed
Tacloban airport received a 5.2 metre high storm surge which led to the airport terminal being destroyed
3
Q
Jam one negative impact of typhoon haiyann
A
Many storm shelters failed and were destroyed in the storm
Un had to give $25 million in aid
4
Q
Name one positive outcome of typhoon haiyann
A
The Philippine government made a build back better initiative banning construction along the coast
5
Q
When did typhoon haiyann make landfall
A
8 November 2013 and brought 230 km/h winds
