Weather & Climate - Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards
1
Q
On which day did Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines?
A
7th November 2013
2
Q
What was the highest wind speed recorded?
A
195 mph
3
Q
What was the lowest pressure recorded?
A
895mb
4
Q
What was the force of the hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale?
A
Category 5
5
Q
How tall was the storm surge?
A
5.2m
6
Q
How many deaths did Typhoon Haiyan cause?
A
6340
7
Q
How many people were made homeless?
A
Almost 5 million
8
Q
How much in relief aid did Britain donate?
A
$131 million
9
Q
How were the most prone areas prepared for the hurricane?
A
Classes were cancelled & people were evacuated
