typhoon haiyan 2013 Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the name of the typhoon that struck the Philippines in November 2013?
Typhoon Haiyan
What category was Typhoon Haiyan classified as on the Saffir-Simpson scale?
Category 5
True or False: Typhoon Haiyan was one of the strongest tropical cyclones ever recorded.
True
Fill in the blank: Typhoon Haiyan made landfall in the Philippines on _________.
November 8, 2013
What was the maximum sustained wind speed of Typhoon Haiyan?
195 mph (315 km/h)
Which area of the Philippines was most severely affected by Typhoon Haiyan?
Eastern Visayas, particularly Tacloban City
How many people were reported dead as a result of Typhoon Haiyan?
Over 6,000
What was the estimated cost of damages caused by Typhoon Haiyan?
Approximately $5.8 billion
Multiple Choice: Which international organization provided humanitarian assistance after Typhoon Haiyan? A) WHO B) UNHCR C) UNICEF D) All of the above
D) All of the above
True or False: Typhoon Haiyan caused significant flooding and storm surges.
True
What type of disaster response was initiated by the Philippine government following Typhoon Haiyan?
Search and rescue operations
Fill in the blank: The aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan led to a massive ________ crisis in the Philippines.
humanitarian
Which country sent a significant number of troops to assist in the relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan?
United States
What was one of the major challenges faced by relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan?
Destruction of infrastructure
Short Answer: What measures were taken to rebuild communities after Typhoon Haiyan?
Reconstruction of homes, schools, and infrastructure, along with cash-for-work programs.
True or False: Typhoon Haiyan had a significant impact on the Philippine economy.
True
What was the name of the campaign launched for Typhoon Haiyan recovery?
Rebuild Back Better
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a long-term effect of Typhoon Haiyan? A) Improved disaster preparedness B) Increased population C) Decreased international aid D) None of the above
A) Improved disaster preparedness
Fill in the blank: The government of the Philippines declared a state of ________ after Typhoon Haiyan.
national calamity
What was the primary agency responsible for disaster response in the Philippines during Typhoon Haiyan?
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
Short Answer: Name one environmental impact of Typhoon Haiyan.
Deforestation and loss of biodiversity.
True or False: Typhoon Haiyan prompted changes in international disaster response policies.
True
What role did social media play during and after Typhoon Haiyan?
Facilitated communication and coordination of relief efforts.
What type of storm surge did Typhoon Haiyan produce?
Extremely high storm surge, up to 25 feet (7.5 meters)