VOICED: Lightning strikes more than twice in Brazil

The video discusses the impact of lightning, starting with a personal tragedy in Brazil where Elouisa lost her son. It highlights Brazil's high lightning fatality rate and the economic costs associated with storms. Scientists link increased lightning to rising global temperatures, with urbanization in Sao Paulo exacerbating the issue. The video calls for preventive measures like lightning rods to reduce risks, noting that 2500 people die globally each year from lightning strikes.

What personal story is shared to illustrate the impact of lightning strikes?

• A businessman losing his company

• A woman losing her son

• A teacher losing her job

• A farmer losing his crops

Which country has the highest number of lightning-related deaths?

• United States

• India

• Brazil

• Australia

What is one of the economic impacts of lightning strikes mentioned in the video?

• Lower insurance premiums

• Power outages and infrastructure damage

• Higher agricultural yields

• Increased tourism

What factor is linked to the increase in lightning activity according to scientists?

• Increased solar activity

• Decreased rainfall

• Deforestation

• Rising global temperatures

What preventive measure is suggested to reduce the risk of lightning strikes?

• Reducing the number of trees

• Installing more lightning rods

• Increasing the number of cars

• Building taller skyscrapers