Typhoon Haiyan Case Study Flashcards

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Where did Typhoon Haiyan occur?

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Philippines

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When did Typhoon Haiyan occur?

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3rd November - 11th November 2013

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What were the primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?

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  • 6300 people killed
  • 5 metre storm surge
  • 30,000 fishing boats destroyed
  • 40,000 homes destroyed
  • 170mph winds damaged power lines, Tacloban Airport destroyed and blocked roads.
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What were the secondary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?

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  • Families were significantly affected, children orphaned and workforce lost.
  • Homes close to the coast destroyed and in some cases whole fishing communities lost.
  • Fishermen lost income which affected the countries economy.
  • Homelessness with over 600,000 displaced.
  • Aid efforts were disrupted for weeks as the roads were blocked and flights could not easily get in and out.
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What were the immediate responses to Typhoon Haiyan?

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  • International government aid agencies responded quickly with water, food and temporary shelter.
  • 1200 evacuation centres were set up to help the homeless.
  • UK government sent shelter kits
  • US aircraft carrier George Washington and helicopters assisted with search and rescue and delivery of aid.
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What are the long-term responses of Typhoon Haiyan?

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  • More cyclone shelters built to accommodate people evacuated from flooding.
  • Thousands of homes built away from areas at risk from flooding.
  • Rice farming and fishing quickly re-established.
  • Rebuilding of roads, bridges and airport facilities.
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What topic is the Typhoon Haiyan case study part of?

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Natural Hazards (hurricane)

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