U.S. Coast Guard Arrives In Haiti To Help

The video discusses a country hit by two natural disasters: an earthquake and a tropical storm. The US Coast Guard arrived to assist with humanitarian efforts. Hospitals are overwhelmed as they set up tents to care for thousands of injured Haitians. Rescue operations are hindered by the storm, with over 1900 dead and nearly 10,000 injured.

What was the initial response of the US Coast Guard after the earthquake?

• They provided financial aid.

• They arrived with 80 members to assist.

• They evacuated citizens.

• They sent medical supplies.

What challenge did hospitals face after the earthquake?

• Lack of electricity.

• Shortage of medical staff.

• Overwhelmed with injured patients.

• Flooding in hospital basements.

What natural event complicated the rescue efforts?

• A landslide.

• A volcanic eruption.

• A tropical storm.

• A tsunami.

Approximately how many people were injured due to the disasters?

• 7,500

• 12,500

• 10,000

• 5,000

How many fatalities were reported as a result of the disasters?

• 2,500

• 1,900

• 1,500

• 1,000