Typhoon Haiyan Flashcards

Flashcards covering the key information about Typhoon Haiyan, including its impacts, effects, and responses.

What were the sustained (10 minute) wind speeds of Typhoon Haiyan at its peak intensity?

230 km/h (145 mph).

What were the sustained (1 minute) wind speeds of Typhoon Haiyan at its peak intensity?

315 km/h (195 mph).

As well as the storm surge, what were the other primary effects of Typhoon Haiyan?

Heavy winds damaging infrastructure. Heavy rain (over 400mm) causing flooding.

How did Typhoon Haiyan affect health?

There were major shortages of food, water and shelter. The outbreak of disease was feared due to poor sanitation conditions in shelters and overwhelming amounts of dead bodies.

What other effects did flooding have after Typhoon Haiyan?

Triggered landslides, which blocked roads and slowed relief efforts.

What slowed the distribution of aid after Typhoon Haiyan?

Major disruptions to flights and ferry services, making it difficult to reach remote communities.

How did international aid organisations respond to Typhoon Haiyan?

They brought food, water, aid supplies and temporary shelters to support those affected.

How did the Philippines Red Cross prepare for Typhoon Haiyan?

They pre-positioned emergency supplies ahead of the typhoon which meant they could be distributed quickly after the typhoon hit.

How did Canada and the US respond to Typhoon Haiyan?

Deployed military aircrafts to assist with search and rescue and supply distribution.

How did France, Belgium and Israel immediately respond to Typhoon Haiyan?

They set up field hospitals to help the injured.

How did the UNDP support locals whilst also funding the clean-up process after Typhoon Haiyan?

Set up cash-for-work schemes which paid villagers to clear debris and medical waste.

How was the risk of disease outbreaks limited in the long-term?

Polio and measles vaccines were given to children in a mass immunisation program.

What was the ‘build back better’ strategy implemented by the Philippines government and how successful has it been?

A scheme for 205,000 homes to be rebuilt away from high risk coastal areas. In 2016, only 1% of the target had been achieved.

How have fishing and agricultural sectors recovered from Typhoon Haiyan in the long term?

Fishing boats donated by organisations like Oxfam supported the fishing sector. Rice farming was quickly re-established but coconut farming is taking longer as trees take years to grow.

What have environmental organisations been doing in the long-term after Typhoon Haiyan?

Protecting and replanting mangrove forests, which are important for fishing and act as a barrier against storm surges.