Typhoon Haiyan

Typhoon Haiyan, known locally as Yolanda, was a powerful tropical cyclone that struck the Philippines in November 2013. It was one of the strongest storms ever recorded, with winds exceeding 195 miles per hour. The typhoon caused catastrophic damage, particularly in the Eastern Visayas region, leading to widespread flooding, destruction of homes, and loss of lives—over 6,000 people were reported dead. The disaster prompted significant international relief efforts to aid the affected communities. Haiyan highlighted the vulnerabilities of coastal areas to extreme weather events and underscored the importance of disaster preparedness and resilience in the face of climate change.