Understanding Power Outages and Heat Waves

The video discusses the word 'apagón' and its relevance due to recent heat waves causing electricity demand to rise. It explains how increased temperatures lead to higher electricity consumption while reducing hydroelectric production, resulting in blackouts. The video concludes with tips on preparing for such blackouts.

What is the word of the day mentioned in the video?

• La demanda

• El calor

• La electricidad

• El apagón

Which year was the hottest in Latin America and the Caribbean?

• 2022

• 2023

• 2024

• 2025

Why are countries like Mexico and Cuba experiencing power outages?

• Due to a decrease in population

• Due to increased rainfall

• Because of insufficient electricity to meet demand

• Because of reduced industrial activity

What happens to electricity consumption when it gets hot?

• It increases

• It remains the same

• It decreases

• It fluctuates randomly

What is one consequence of reduced water levels in dams?

• No impact on electricity production

• Stable electricity production

• Decreased electricity production

• Increased electricity production