Tropical Storm- Huriccane Katrina Flashcards by Nathan Fletcher

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How many people died?

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1,836

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How much damage?

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$81 billion

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When did it reach the coast?

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25th August 2005

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How many homes left without power?

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100,000

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What wind speed did it reach?

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200km/h

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Why were defences breached?

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Only designed for a category 3 storm

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What category was hurricane Katrina

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5

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What percentage of New Orleans was flooded?

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80%

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How far did water reach inland?

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10-19km

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How much forest was destroyed?

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1.3 million acres

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How much did repairs cost?

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$105 billion

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What have some insurers stopped?

A

Covering certain areas

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How many square miles of land were turned into water?

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217 sq miles

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How many wildlife refuges were closed?

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16

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How many facilities had oil spills?

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44

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How much did population decline after?

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By 4.87%

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How many did coast guard rescue?

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33,500

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How much aid was given to victims?

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$62.3 billion

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How many countries pledged assistance?

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Over 70

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Why was the government criticised?

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Slow response