Tropical Cyclones - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 1, 2019 · The health impacts of tropical cyclones depend on the number of people living in low-lying coastal areas in the storm’s direct path, the built environment including building …
WHO and partners respond to recent tropical storms, typhoons …
Jan 12, 2025 · In early September 2024, Typhoon Yagi impacted several countries in the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region, leaving a trail of destruction with its …
Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) - World Health Organization (WHO)
Dec 6, 2013 · Typhoon Haiyan, known as Typhoon Yolanda, devasted portions of South Est Asia, particularly the Philippines in early November 2013. This feature shows how WHO match the …
Typhoon Odette One Month On - World Health Organization (WHO)
MANILA, 16 January 2022 — One month ago on 16 December 2021, Typhoon Odette (known internationally as Rai) made landfall several times on different islands in Visayas and …
Typhoon Ompong (Mangkhut) in the Philippines
Sep 28, 2018 · Typhoon Mangkhut (known locally as Ompong) made landfall in the north-eastern Philippines in the early hours of 15 September 2018. With sustained wind speeds of more than …
WHO support for health sector needs in the aftermath of Typhoon …
Sep 20, 2024 · The typhoon also damaged 130,000 homes and over 550 health care facilities. In many places, the storm has disrupted essential water supplies to many households and health …
Protecting the mental health of emergency responders
Oct 20, 2025 · In late 2024, a series of strong typhoons—including Severe Tropical Storm Trami (Kristine) and Super Typhoon Kong-rey (Leon)—hit the Philippines one after another. The …
Disaster - World Health Organization (WHO)
Sep 15, 2017 · Disaster Disaster in Viet Nam Disasters can be natural (e.g. typhoon or flooding) or man-made (e.g. chemical spills). Regardless of the type of disaster, there are always …
WHO supports health response in communities damaged by …
Dec 12, 2012 · A sports complex in New Bataan, Compostela Valley serves as an evacuation centre for affected families.WHO PhilippinesThe World Health Organization (WHO) currently …
Typhoon Ruby aftermath: homeless left most vulnerable to health …
Dec 19, 2014 · WHO's support to the Typhoon Ruby response In its immediate response, the WHO has closely coordinated with the Department of Health and the Provincial Health Office …