El dinero empieza a escasear en un Puerto Rico devastado

Hurricane María left Puerto Rico without water and electricity, leading to a severe economic paralysis. The island faces cash shortages, long queues at banks, and limited telecommunications. Residents are urged to be prepared and patient. Puerto Rico was already in recession with high poverty and unemployment rates before the hurricane.

What were the immediate effects of Hurricane María on Puerto Rico?

• Economic growth

• Loss of water and electricity

• Increased tourism

• Improved telecommunications

What challenge did Puerto Ricans face due to the economic paralysis after the hurricane?

• Abundance of cash

• Improved banking services

• Excessive fuel supply

• Cash shortage

How did the hurricane affect banking services in Puerto Rico?

• Banks operated 24/7

• Banks closed permanently

• Banks offered free services

• Banks had limited hours

What was the poverty rate in Puerto Rico before Hurricane María?

• 60%

• 45%

• 25%

• 10%

How did the unemployment rate in Puerto Rico compare to the U.S. states before the hurricane?

• Not applicable

• Lower than any U.S. state

• Higher than any U.S. state

• Equal to the national average