At Least 24 People Dead After Tornadoes Tear Through Tennessee

At Least 24 People Dead After Tornadoes Tear Through Tennessee

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Multiple tornadoes hit Nashville and central Tennessee, causing significant damage and loss of life. Initially, 25 deaths were reported, but one was later found unrelated to the storms. The destruction affected four counties, leading to a state of emergency. Governor Bill Lee emphasized the importance of community support. Power outages and school closures were widespread. The tornadoes also disrupted the primary election, necessitating alternative polling sites. FEMA is on the ground, and the President plans to visit Tennessee.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reported death toll from the tornadoes in Nashville?

15 people

30 people

25 people

20 people

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Governor Bill Lee emphasize about the destruction caused by the tornadoes?

The financial cost of rebuilding

The importance of infrastructure

The human lives affected behind the rubble

The need for more emergency shelters

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What level of state of emergency was declared by the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency?

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were alternative polling stations set up for Tennessee's primary election?

To accommodate more voters

Due to damage and power outages at original sites

To test new voting machines

To increase voter turnout

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the national response to the tornadoes in Tennessee?

Organizing a national fundraiser

Sending additional police forces

Providing financial aid

FEMA's deployment and a presidential visit