VOICED : Filipinas entierra a victimas del Haiyan

In Tacloban, mass burials have begun for victims of Typhoon Haiyan, with many bodies still unidentified. Efforts are underway to bury 400-500 bodies by the end of the day. The decomposition of bodies poses significant health risks, making the burial process urgent. A temporary common grave is being used, with future identification planned. The official death toll stands at 2,300, with 77 people missing.

What challenge is faced in identifying the victims of Typhoon Haiyan in Tacloban?

• Many bodies are unidentified

• Insufficient burial space

• Lack of DNA testing facilities

• Communication barriers

Why is there an urgency to bury the bodies in Tacloban?

• To make space for new graves

• Due to health risks from decomposition

• To avoid legal issues

• To prevent looting

What is the purpose of the temporary mass grave in Tacloban?

• To permanently bury the victims

• To prevent flooding

• To conduct religious ceremonies

• To store bodies for future identification

Approximately how many bodies has the city of Tacloban recovered?

• 2,000

• 1,000

• 3,000

• 4,000

What is the latest official death toll reported for Typhoon Haiyan?

• 1,500

• 2,300

• 3,500

• 4,000