CLEAN : New Yorkers unimpressed as winter storm lighter than forecast

The speaker discusses the mild weather in New York City, comparing it to more severe weather experiences in New Orleans. They describe the unusual experience of walking in the city with no traffic and the impact of weather on travel plans. The speaker reflects on the tendency for weather events to be overhyped, drawing from personal experiences with hurricanes in New Orleans.

How does the speaker describe the weather in New York City?

• As a severe storm

• As a hurricane

• As a heatwave

• As a minor dusting

What unusual experience did the speaker have while walking to work?

• Getting caught in a rainstorm

• Not seeing any cars coming

• Having to look both ways before crossing

• Seeing many cars on the road

What impact did the weather have on the speaker's travel plans?

• They decided to visit another city

• Their stay was extended until Thursday

• They were able to fly home early

• They had to cancel their trip

How does the speaker relate the current weather to their experiences in New Orleans?

• They find it more severe than hurricanes

• They are surprised by the lack of caution

• They are used to overhyped weather events

• They think it's the same as a hurricane

What is the speaker's perspective on the public's reaction to storms?

• People are always well-prepared

• Storms are never taken seriously

• There is often unnecessary panic

• Everyone remains calm and collected