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When did the Daulatpur-Saturia tornado happen?
When did the Daulatpur-Saturia tornado happen?
Where did the Daulatpur-Saturia tornado happen?
Where did the Daulatpur-Saturia tornado happen?
Dhaka region of Bangladesh
What was the magnitude range of the tornado?
What was the magnitude range of the tornado?
What was the wind speed of the tornado?
What was the wind speed of the tornado?
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How wide was the tornado's impact?
How wide was the tornado's impact?
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List one major impact of the tornado.
List one major impact of the tornado.
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What was the estimated number of deaths caused by the tornado?
What was the estimated number of deaths caused by the tornado?
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How many people were made homeless by the tornado?
How many people were made homeless by the tornado?
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What was the estimated monetary damage caused by the tornado?
What was the estimated monetary damage caused by the tornado?
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Name one effect of the tornado.
Name one effect of the tornado.
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What was a notable characteristic of the area before the tornado hit?
What was a notable characteristic of the area before the tornado hit?
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What was the overall effect of the tornado on infrastructure?
What was the overall effect of the tornado on infrastructure?
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Which countries responded quickly to assist after the tornado?
Which countries responded quickly to assist after the tornado?
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What was one reason for poor preparation for tornadoes in Bangladesh?
What was one reason for poor preparation for tornadoes in Bangladesh?
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Why were people more vulnerable during the tornado?
Why were people more vulnerable during the tornado?
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Study Notes
Tornado Overview
- Occurred in 1989 in the Dhaka region of Bangladesh.
- Classified with a magnitude between F1 to F4.
- Wind speeds ranged from 111 to 127 mph.
- Tornado width varied between 1 to 15 miles.
Major Impacts
- Every home within a 6 km radius was destroyed.
- Resulted in approximately 1,300 fatalities.
- About 12,000 individuals sustained injuries.
- Approximately 80,000 people were displaced from their homes.
- Total damage estimated at US$1.5 million.
Damage and Effects
- Trees were uprooted and significant property damage ensued.
- The town of Saturia was completely devastated.
- The area had faced six months of drought prior to the tornado.
- Recognized as the worst storm in Bangladesh's history.
- More than 150 villages were completely destroyed.
- Infrastructure was obliterated, leaving no signs of stability.
Recovery Efforts
- Quick humanitarian response from the US, China, India, and the Netherlands.
- These nations maintain close relations with Bangladesh.
Issues with Preparation
- No tornado warning system was in place prior to the event.
- Government failed to issue any warnings.
- Public was not educated on tornado safety and sheltering practices.
- Media platforms like TV and radio could have disseminated warnings but were underutilized.
- Approximately 13% of the population had TV access, indicating limited communication reach.
- Lack of equipment to measure tornado magnitude or predict its arrival.
Vulnerability Factors
- Many buildings lacked stable foundations, leading to structural failures.
- Deaths primarily occurred due to falling debris and unsecure housing.
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Test your knowledge on the Daulatpur-Saturia tornado that struck Bangladesh in 1989. Explore various aspects such as the event's magnitude, impacts, and damages caused. This quiz provides key insights into one of the most devastating tornadoes in the region.
