Five Reasons for Nature’s Deadly Toll in the Philippines
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 - 10:00
in Earth & Climate
Super Typhoon Haiyan's death toll continues to rise in the Philippines, underscoring the disaster risks facing the island nation.
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