CLIL - Science
Exercise
4
Look at the fact file about an earthquake in Haiti. Do some research and create a fact file about a recent earthquake.
Solution
FACT FILE
- Where: Haiti
- Date: August 14, 2021
- Cause: The earthquake was triggered by the movement along the Enriquillo-Plantain Garden fault system.
- Damage: Thousands of buildings were damaged or destroyed, including homes, schools, and hospitals.
- Deaths: Over 2,200 reported deaths.
- Injured people: Thousands of people were injured, with many requiring medical assistance.
- Magnitude: Initially reported as 7.2
Additional Information:
- The earthquake struck the southern part of Haiti, particularly affecting the Nippes, Sud, and Grand'Anse departments.
- The disaster exacerbated the country's ongoing challenges, including political instability, poverty, and inadequate infrastructure.
- The affected areas faced significant challenges in providing emergency medical care, shelter, and other essential services to survivors.
- International aid organizations, neighboring countries, and the United Nations provided assistance to support rescue and relief efforts.
- The earthquake occurred amid the COVID-19 pandemic, further complicating the response and recovery efforts.