Hurricane Diane approaches North Carolina and Virginia in 1955

The transcript describes the impact of an approaching storm on the eastern coast of the United States. It details the concerns of the seacoast inhabitants who took measures to secure their belongings. Official warnings were issued, but local fishermen were already aware of the storm's approach due to the early winds and rough seas.

What geographical area is being discussed in the context of the storm?

• Southern coast of the United States

• Eastern coast of the United States

• Northern coast of the United States

• Western coast of the United States

What were the seacoast inhabitants concerned about?

• The rising sea levels

• The lack of food supplies

• The approaching storm

• The increase in tourism

What precautionary measure did the inhabitants take?

• Evacuating the area

• Nailing down vulnerable items

• Building new shelters

• Stockpiling food

What was issued along the coast in response to the storm?

• Fishing bans

• Evacuation orders

• Travel advisories

• Small craft warnings

How did the fishermen become aware of the storm's approach?

• Via social media alerts

• From local authorities

• By observing early winds and rough seas

• Through radio broadcasts