Typhoon Haiyan Case Study Flashcards
1
Q
Where did Typhoon Haiyan occur?
A
Philippines
2
Q
When did Typhoon Haiyan occur?
A
3rd November - 11th November 2013
3
Q
What were the primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
A
- 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.
4
Q
What were the secondary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
A
- 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.
5
Q
What were the immediate responses to Typhoon Haiyan?
A
- 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.
6
Q
What are the long-term responses of Typhoon Haiyan?
A
- 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.
7
Q
What topic is the Typhoon Haiyan case study part of?
A
Natural Hazards (hurricane)
