Weather Forecasting and Climate Change Quiz

What was the initial category of Hurricane Otis before it intensified?

• Category 1

• Category 2

• Tropical Storm

• Category 3

What is a major challenge for weather forecasting in many countries?

• Lack of interest

• Insufficient funding

• Too many weather stations

• Over-reliance on AI

What was the death toll in the DRC due to the floods in May 2023?

• 200 people

• 800 people

• 600 people

• 400 people

What is one limitation of traditional weather satellites?

• They are too expensive

• They are only used in the Global North

• They provide real-time data

• They cannot penetrate clouds

Which startup is working on democratizing access to weather data?

• Tomorrow.

• DeepMind

• Nvidia

• Huawei

How is AI contributing to weather forecasting?

• By replacing all traditional methods

• By providing faster and more accurate predictions

• By eliminating the need for weather stations

• By focusing only on developed countries

What is a significant advantage of using AI in weather forecasting?

• It completely replaces human meteorologists

• It provides forecasts at a lower cost

• It requires no data input

• It only works in developed countries

What is a key benefit of providing weather updates to farmers via mobile phones?

• It eliminates the need for weather forecasts

• It reduces the need for traditional farming methods

• It helps farmers make informed decisions about planting and harvesting

• It only benefits large-scale farmers

What percentage of the world's food supply is produced by smallholders?

• 40%

• 20%

• 10%

• 30%

What is the estimated annual benefit of improving weather forecasts and early warning systems?

• $250 billion

• $162 billion

• $200 billion

• $100 billion