500,000 People In Australia Told To Evacuate Due To Historic Flooding

500,000 People In Australia Told To Evacuate Due To Historic Flooding

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The video discusses severe flooding in Australia, focusing on Sydney and Lismore. Heavy rains have caused significant damage, leading to evacuations and rescue operations. The La Niña weather pattern has intensified the storm, resulting in a once-in-a-lifetime event. Emergency officials emphasize the importance of evacuation orders to ensure safety. The situation remains critical, with potential for further flooding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the extent of the flooding in Sydney?

Only the suburbs of Sydney were affected

250 miles of Australia were flooded

500 miles of Sydney were flooded

The entire city of Sydney was underwater

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much rain did Lismore receive in four days?

Four feet

Three feet

Five feet

Two feet

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were ordered to evacuate in Sydney?

100,000

200,000

300,000

400,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the frequency of the flooding event described?

Once in a millennium

Once in a century

Once in a decade

Once in a lifetime

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What weather pattern is responsible for the flooding?

Hurricane

La Niña

El Niño

Monsoon