On November 8, 2013 a tropical cyclone called Typhoon Haiyan, also known as Super Typhoon Yolanda devastated parts of Southeast Asia, Caroline Islands, Vietnam but mostly on the Philippines. It was one of the most devastating tropical cyclones and also a deadliest, killing at least 6,300 people in that country alone (Philippines) and in total 11 million people were affected. Haiyan is also the strongest storm recorded at landfall, and lasted till November 11, 2013. In January 2014, there were more bodies founded.
Typhoon Haiyan was a category 5 cyclone, with winds above 145 mph up to 195 mph.
In the Caroline Islands, it damaged several houses and cut down trees. They lost power to water or electricity. No people were killed, but 69 others were displaced by the storm.
In Southeast Asia, 20 villages were isolated by extensive flooding. Approximately 900 homes and 25,500 hectares of crops were destroyed, while 8,500 homes were damaged. Additionally, an estimated 3 million people were affected and 10 people died.
In Vietnam, there were very strong winds and 18 people were killed, while 4 others are missing.
In the Philippines, it caused catastrophic damage where cities and towns were largely destroyed. It was confirmed that over 6,300 people died. The actual death rate is unclear. 281.9 mm of rainfall recorded, which fell in under 12 hours. The airports were totally destroyed. There was not communication, no fish and nearly all structures were damaged. Also trees and cars. Flooding also extended for 1 km inland on the east coast of the province. Cities were all destroyed.
Environmental effects: the Typhoon hit a power barge, which caused an oil spill. The government replanted mangroves (like small trees) in coastal areas while preserving the remaining ones. Air quality test found out that benzene levels in affected areas reached near-zero parts per million, so people had to evacuate.
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