Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards
What category of hurricane was Typhoon Haiyan?
Category 5 hurricane
Typhoon Haiyan was classified as a super typhoon due to its intensity.
What were the maximum wind speeds recorded during Typhoon Haiyan?
Up to 170 mph
This significant wind speed contributed to the storm’s destructive power.
When did Typhoon Haiyan occur?
November 2013
The timing of the typhoon was critical for understanding its impact.
What natural conditions contributed to the formation of Typhoon Haiyan?
Warm oceans over 27 degrees, low atmospheric pressure
These conditions led to rising sea levels and the development of the storm.
How many people died as a direct result of Typhoon Haiyan?
6,300 deaths
Most of these fatalities were due to drowning.
How many people were displaced by Typhoon Haiyan?
600,000 displaced
The storm caused significant homelessness and displacement.
What was one of the primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
Shortages of food, water, shelter
These shortages led to health crises, including outbreaks of disease.
What type of immediate response was provided to those affected by Typhoon Haiyan?
International aid & Red Cross sending food, water, shelter, medic
This response was crucial for immediate relief efforts.
Which countries provided longer-term financial support for Typhoon Haiyan recovery?
UN, UK, Australia, Japan, US
These nations contributed to rebuilding efforts and financial aid.
What was one of the economic impacts of Typhoon Haiyan?
30,000 fishing boats destroyed
This led to 6 million people losing their source of income.
What was a significant infrastructure impact of Typhoon Haiyan?
Power supplies cut off for a month
This disruption affected hospitals, schools, and overall community services.
What type of aid was provided by the French, Belgian, and Israeli governments?
Field hospitals set up
These hospitals were crucial for providing medical care in the aftermath.
What was a key feature of the transport situation after Typhoon Haiyan?
Tacloban airport badly damaged & congested with aid
This congestion hindered the delivery of essential supplies.
Fill in the blank: The storm surge from Typhoon Haiyan reached _______ meters.
5 meters
This storm surge contributed to widespread flooding and destruction.
What was one of the responses to help with debris removal after Typhoon Haiyan?
‘Cash for work’ program
This program paid people to help clear debris, aiding in recovery efforts.
