Haiti Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Facts of happening
A
On 12/01/2010
7 on Richter scale
25km from capital
Because of conservative plate margin
2
Q
Primary effects
A
316000 dead
250000 homes destroyed
Hospitals and schools damaged
Prison destroyed with 4000 inmates
3
Q
Immediate responses
A
Crucial air slow to arrive due to damage of airports and ports
1000 troops from USA
250000 evacuated
3
Q
Secondary effects
A
1 in 5 people lost their job, spread of cholera, looting
4
Q
Long term reponses
A
6 months = 98% uncleared
Dependent on overseas aid
