Hazards Test

Cards (8)

  • The main cause of the 2015 earthquake was due to the Indian tectonic plate colliding with the Eurasian Plate
  • Typhoon Haiyan
    A Category 5 typhoon that hit the Philippines in 2013, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
  • Destruction caused by Typhoon Haiyan
    Approximately 1 million homes destroyed or damaged, leaving millions without shelter.
  • Humanitarian response to Typhoon Haiyan
    Prolonged aid efforts by international organizations and governments, with focus on long-term recovery and resilience.
  • Climate Change and Typhoon Haiyan
    Rising global temperatures and changing weather patterns contribute to increased frequency and intensity of tropical cyclones like Haiyan.
  • Humanitarian Crisis of Typhoon Haiyan
    A crisis caused by the storm killing over 6,000 people, injuring many more, and displacing hundreds of thousands.
  • Economic Disruption of Typhoon Haiyan
    The storm devastated the economy by damaging infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism industries, leading to lost income and livelihoods.
  • There were 7.6 million people affected by the 2015 earthquake