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Event:
TC Tropical Cyclone
Number:
2013-000139
Country:
PLW Palau
Location:
Date (YMD):
2013-11-7
Time:
Duration:
Magnitude:
Super Typhoon
Information Source:
IFRC
Comments:
On Friday 7 November at around 4am, Typhoon Haiyan, the strongest typhoon in 2013 made its approach to Palau, its centre passing a mere 7 miles from the northernmost state of Kayangel and approximately 74 miles from the capital Koror. Rated as a Super Typhoon, the winds reached up to 160 mph, combined with heavy rains and storm surges particularly along the western coasts of the small Pacific island nation. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or serious injuries reported, however the impact was felt across 12 of the 16 States.
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