The total damage that has been caused by Typhoon Haiyan in Philippines is still being gauged. Here are a few facts regarding storms and how they have affected Philippines over the years:
1. There are around 8 storms that hit Philippines every year. In 2013, 6 storms hit Philippines. The maximum number of storms that hit Philippines was in 1993, when 19 cyclones hit the coastline.
2. On an average 1000-2000 people die for every cyclone that hits Philippines. The storm that claimed the maximum number of lives was Thelma, when 5,100 people had died. As of now, it is believed that around 10,000 people might have died in Typhoon Haiyan, if so, and then it becomes the deadliest storm ever in Philippines.
3. The strongest storm to hit Philipines was Typhoon Reming also referred to as Durian. Its winds were 193 km/hr and gusts of 320 km/hr.
4. The financial damage that these storms can cause is tremendous. Typhhon Bopha, which stuck in December 2012, ended up killing more than 1900 people and cost Philippines around $1 billion.
I am truly sorry for what happen in Philippines. And I'm sorry for the late news. This post is dedicated to the Philippines, to the pinoys who have been through all the tough times.
Praying for the Philippines <3
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