VOICED : Decenas de muertes repentinas en dos días en ola de calor en Vancouver

A severe heatwave in Canada, particularly in Vancouver, has resulted in numerous deaths, primarily among the elderly. The region experienced record-breaking temperatures, reaching 49.5 degrees Celsius, comparable to those in Sevilla, Spain. The lack of air conditioning and full hotels have exacerbated the situation, prompting the opening of cooling centers and the cancellation of COVID-19 vaccination campaigns. The heatwave is attributed to a heat dome phenomenon trapping hot air in the region.

What was the record high temperature recorded in Canada during the heatwave?

• 48.5 degrees Celsius

• 49.5 degrees Celsius

• 45.5 degrees Celsius

• 50.5 degrees Celsius

Which European city is mentioned as having similar temperatures to Canada during the heatwave?

• Madrid, Spain

• Rome, Italy

• Paris, France

• Sevilla, Spain

What is one of the reasons for the overcrowding of hotels in the region?

• Tourist season

• Music festivals

• Business conferences

• People seeking cooler environments

What measures have cities taken to help residents cope with the heatwave?

• Opening cooling centers

• Providing free water bottles

• Offering free public transport

• Distributing sunblock

What is the phenomenon called that is causing the extreme temperatures in Canada?

• Heat wave

• Heat bubble

• Heat dome

• Heat surge