Writing Prompt #1

@Geographysical: Why have some countries donated more in aid to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan than others?

- Generally, countries with a higher GDP tend to donate more. For example, the United States has a GDP of 14 trillion, and donated 20 million to the Philippines, however the second highest GDP country (China) has a GDP of 7 trillion, however they only donated 100 thousand. Perhaps countries that are tied in with the Philippines, such as the United States, will donate more because they are closer in tact with the Philippines than other countries therefore they support them moreover other countries. 

@Geographysical: How does the aid being sent to victims of Typhoon Haiyan represent the following;

- Altruism: Countries/people sending aid to the Philippines because of the Super Typhoon Haiyan represents altruism, because it shows concern for the well-being of the victims threatened by this huge storm. People donating to these Filipinos gives off the message that they put others in need first before themselves. UNICEF is a perfect example of the altruistic practice because they sent so many necessities to Tacloban that could help thousands of injured Filipinos. A perfect example of an altruistic act towards the Typhoon Haiyan is the NBA. The NBA donated 250,000 dollars to the Philippines, and since Filipino's are huge NBA fans, and players from the Pacers and Rockets were here playing games, this will make Filipino's have in mind that the NBA players really do care and they will continue watching and supporting. Since one of the best NBA teams coach is Filipino (Miami Heat), he will be definitely concerned with this situation, especially considering the fact that Erik Spoulstra (Miami Heat head coach) has family residing in certain areas of the Philippines.

- Geopolitics:Geopolitics may be shown in this situation with the fact that China only gave 100 thousand dollars to the Philippines. Considering the fact that China is the second wealthiest country world-wide, it could be that China only gave 100 thousand because of the ongoing conflict with the battle of the South China Sea.



 - Neo-colonialism:

Aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan. One of the most powerful storms ever recorded leaving destruction in its wake

Survivors walking the road while Typhoon Hayian stormed through Tacloban City. 

 

This church has turned into an evacuation center after the Typhoon. 

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UNICEF rushing emergency supplies to the Philippines after Typhoon Yolanda

"NEW YORK, 10 November 2013 - UNICEF is rushing emergency supplies to areas of the Philippines ravaged by Super Typhoon Haiyan on 8 November, as the latest estimates indicate that up to 4 million children could now be affected by the disaster".

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#QUESTIONS:

@Geographysical: How does the devastation brought from Typhoon Haiyan make you feel?
- The typhoon was devastating for all of us Filipino's, and it's just another major typhoon that we all had to survive through. Many people died, approximately 100 left dead, and many injured. I reside in an area more mountainous than others, so the typhoon didn't really affect me, however it destroyed homes of locals who have lived in these places for so long, and one natural disaster blew that all away. It's really sad to see the Philippines go through this again, and again and again. 

@Geographysical: How should people prepare for and respond to disasters like Typhoon Haiyan?
- I think it's our job to supply the less fortunate with the necessities they would need in case a disaster like Typhoon Yolanda happens again. I'm talking the small simple things such as umbrellas or warm clothes to keep them warm. 

@Geographysical: Why do people live in vulnerable areas?
- Disparities. Many locals don't have the money to move to other areas, so they have no choice but to live in areas where it's cheaper and fits their lifestyle.

Typhoon Yolanda