How natural disasters between 1970 and 2014 affected economies

The Nepal earthquake has killed more than 4,000 and is likely to leave thousands homeless. The rebuilding costs are estimated to exceed $5 billion. According to a report by the United Nations, Asia Pacific is the world's most disaster prone area, with natural disasters contracting the growth rate of countries. Here's a breakdown of how natural disasters between 1970 and 2014 affected economies.