Assessing the Losses From Hurricane Harvey

The video discusses the impact of Hurricane Harvey on Houston, focusing on business closures, office and vehicle damage, and economic recovery. It highlights that 46 office buildings suffered significant damage, affecting 9 million square feet of space. The nature of the damage was primarily due to flooding rather than wind. Approximately 300,000 vehicles were damaged, representing 11% of the area's vehicles. Despite the damage, most businesses and infrastructure, including airports and refineries, resumed operations shortly after the storm. The estimated total damage is around $97 billion, which is lower than initial estimates.

What percentage of office buildings in Houston suffered significant damage due to Hurricane Harvey?

• 15%

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

What was the primary cause of damage to office buildings during Hurricane Harvey?

• Wind

• Fire

• Flooding

• Earthquake

Approximately how many vehicles were damaged in the Houston area due to Hurricane Harvey?

• 100,000

• 200,000

• 300,000

• 400,000

What type of vehicle saw a spike in sales following Hurricane Harvey?

• Motorcycles

• Sedans

• Pickup trucks

• SUVs

What is the estimated total damage cost of Hurricane Harvey in Houston?

• $50 billion

• $97 billion

• $200 billion

• $150 billion