VOICED : Australia fuego se acerca a Sidney

Despite efforts to control it, a fire is spreading in southeast Australia, particularly near Leedcove, close to Sydney. The region of New South Wales has declared a state of emergency due to drought and high temperatures. While many fires have been extinguished, 58 remain active, with over 10 out of control. Rising temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday could exacerbate the situation, potentially merging fires into a mega fire threatening inhabited areas. Over 200 homes have been destroyed, with 120 more damaged.

What was the main focus of efforts on Monday regarding the wildfire near Sydney?

• Building firebreaks

• Extinguishing a fire that burned 40,000 hectares

• Evacuating residents

• Monitoring air quality

Why did New South Wales declare a state of emergency?

• Due to flooding

• To prepare for a festival

• Because of a cyclone

• As a result of drought and high temperatures

How many fires were still advancing despite efforts to control them?

• 20

• 58

• 100

• 5

What could potentially happen if the fires merge in the Blue Mountains?

• They could extinguish themselves

• They could form a mega fire threatening inhabited areas

• They could be contained easily

• They could move towards the ocean

How many homes have been destroyed by the fires so far?

• 300

• 200

• 100

• 50