typhoon haiyan 2013 Flashcards

(26 cards)

1
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What is the name of the typhoon that struck the Philippines in November 2013?

A

Typhoon Haiyan

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What category was Typhoon Haiyan classified as on the Saffir-Simpson scale?

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Category 5

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True or False: Typhoon Haiyan was one of the strongest tropical cyclones ever recorded.

A

True

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Fill in the blank: Typhoon Haiyan made landfall in the Philippines on _________.

A

November 8, 2013

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What was the maximum sustained wind speed of Typhoon Haiyan?

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195 mph (315 km/h)

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Which area of the Philippines was most severely affected by Typhoon Haiyan?

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Eastern Visayas, particularly Tacloban City

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How many people were reported dead as a result of Typhoon Haiyan?

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Over 6,000

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What was the estimated cost of damages caused by Typhoon Haiyan?

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Approximately $5.8 billion

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Multiple Choice: Which international organization provided humanitarian assistance after Typhoon Haiyan? A) WHO B) UNHCR C) UNICEF D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

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True or False: Typhoon Haiyan caused significant flooding and storm surges.

A

True

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What type of disaster response was initiated by the Philippine government following Typhoon Haiyan?

A

Search and rescue operations

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Fill in the blank: The aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan led to a massive ________ crisis in the Philippines.

A

humanitarian

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Which country sent a significant number of troops to assist in the relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan?

A

United States

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What was one of the major challenges faced by relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan?

A

Destruction of infrastructure

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Short Answer: What measures were taken to rebuild communities after Typhoon Haiyan?

A

Reconstruction of homes, schools, and infrastructure, along with cash-for-work programs.

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True or False: Typhoon Haiyan had a significant impact on the Philippine economy.

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What was the name of the campaign launched for Typhoon Haiyan recovery?

A

Rebuild Back Better

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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

A) Improved disaster preparedness

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Fill in the blank: The government of the Philippines declared a state of ________ after Typhoon Haiyan.

A

national calamity

20
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What was the primary agency responsible for disaster response in the Philippines during Typhoon Haiyan?

A

National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)

21
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Short Answer: Name one environmental impact of Typhoon Haiyan.

A

Deforestation and loss of biodiversity.

22
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True or False: Typhoon Haiyan prompted changes in international disaster response policies.

23
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What role did social media play during and after Typhoon Haiyan?

A

Facilitated communication and coordination of relief efforts.

24
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What type of storm surge did Typhoon Haiyan produce?

A

Extremely high storm surge, up to 25 feet (7.5 meters)

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major health concern after Typhoon Haiyan? A) Malaria B) Cholera C) Tuberculosis D) All of the above
B) Cholera
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Fill in the blank: The United Nations launched a ________ appeal for Typhoon Haiyan recovery.
humanitarian