Typhoon Haiyan P1 Flashcards
Where was Typhoon Haiyan?
In the Philippines
Which city was most affected by Typhoon Haiyan?
City of Tacloban.
What category storm was Typhoon Haiyan?
Typhoon Haiyan was a category 5 typhoon superstorm.
What is a primary effect?
A primary effect is something that is directly caused by the disaster and happens immediately.
What are secondary effects?
Secondary effects are things that happen in the hours, days and weeks after the disaster.
What were some primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
6300 were killed, 600,000 people were left homeless, 90% of Tacloban city was destroyed, 400mm of rain caused flooding
What were some secondary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?
6 million people were left without a job, some areas had no power for a month, food and water shortages, looting in Tacloban
What were some immediate responses to Typhoon Haiyan?
US delivered aid, 1200 evacuation centres set up, French and Belgian hospitals set up for injured
What were some long term responses to Typhoon Haiyan?
‘Cash for work’ programme - people were paid to clear debris and rebuild, UK donated medical supplies, homes rebuilt in areas less at risk of flooding
