Typhoon Haiyan-Philippines Flashcards
1
Q
What sea did the tropical storm form over
A
Pacific Ocean
2
Q
How quick did winds go
A
Exceeded 275km/h
3
Q
What category was the storm
A
Category 5
4
Q
Primary effects
How many people were killed
A
6,300
5
Q
How many homes were damaged
A
40,000
6
Q
What percentage of the city tacloban was destroyed
A
90%
7
Q
Secondary effects
What were secondary effects of the earthquake?
A
Roads blocked by landslides
Disease outbreaks cause by a lack of clean water and sanitation
8
Q
Immediate responses
What were immediate responses
A
Overseas aid needed
1200 evacuation centres set up
9
Q
Long term
What were long term responses
A
Aid was sent
Homes were rebuilt in safer places
