Haiti earthquake Flashcards
When was Haiti earthquake?
12 January 2010
What magnitude was the earthquake?
7.0
How many people were affected?
3,500,000 people were affected.
How many people died?
220,000 people estimated to have died.
How many people were injured?
300,000+ people were injured
How many schools were destroyed?
4,000
What is the name of the capital that was destroyed?
Port au Prince.
How many families were left homeless?
600,000
Which two plates moved where?
the Caribbean plate is moving east in relation to the North American plate.
Is Haiti an LEDC or MEDC
LEDC.
Name 2 primary effects.
1) The main prison was destroyed and 4,000 inmates escaped.
2) Transport and communication links were also badly damaged by the earthquake.
Name 2 secondary effects.
1) 1 in 5 people lost their jobs because so many buildings were destroyed.
2) The large number of deaths meant that hospitals and morgues became full and bodies then had to be piled up on the streets.
Name 2 responses to the Haiti earthquake.
1) The Haiti earthquake emergency response teamassisted almost 2 million people during the first 90 days following the disaster. These efforts included providing basic services such as food assistance, shelter, and water, sanitation, and hygiene.
2) Mobilising local workers, volunteers and aidConstructed 5,000 upgradable shelters. Repaired 683 homes in Port-au-Prince and Cabaret. Created 2,100 job opportunities.
