Australia Flood Threat Moves North As Sydney Area Emergency Eases

Australia Flood Threat Moves North As Sydney Area Emergency Eases

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The video discusses severe flooding in Northern suburbs of Sydney, caused by persistent rainstorms. La Nina is identified as a key factor, exacerbating both floods in Australia and droughts in the US. The video highlights the impact on residents, with 60,000 people evacuated and 23 cities declaring national disasters. Rescue operations are ongoing, saving both people and animals. The video concludes with a warning that these weather patterns may persist due to La Nina.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the evacuation of 60,000 residents in New South Wales?

Repeated rainstorms causing flooding

A severe drought

A volcanic eruption

An earthquake

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural phenomenon is responsible for the heavy rains in Australia?

Hurricane

La Nina

Monsoon

El Nino

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the driver who was trapped in floodwaters?

She had a broken leg

She was unharmed

She was unconscious

She suffered from hypothermia

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice is given to drivers regarding flooded roads?

Drive slowly through the water

Turn around, don't drown

Speed up to avoid getting stuck

Wait for the water to recede

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of La Nina on future weather patterns?

It will have no impact on weather patterns

It will cause a decrease in rainfall

It will lead to milder weather conditions

It may continue to cause extreme weather for a third year