CLEAN : Cape Town: authorities to classify drought as national disaster

The video discusses the need for silent phones, government communication strategies, and the classification of drought as a national disaster in South Africa. It highlights the severe impact of the 2017 drought, emphasizing the need for improved water management and behavioral changes to address water scarcity.

What is the initial request made at the beginning of the discussion?

• To put phones on silent

• To turn off the lights

• To close the windows

• To start the presentation

What significant weather event is being classified as a national disaster?

• Drought

• Earthquake

• Floods

• Hurricane

Which year was noted as having the worst rainfall in South Africa?

• 2017

• 2016

• 2015

• 2014

What is a key recommendation for managing water scarcity?

• Drill more wells

• Increase water import

• Build more dams

• Change behavior to reuse and recycle water

What is the main challenge mentioned in managing water demand?

• Lack of technology

• Overuse of surface water

• Insufficient rainfall

• High cost of water