Body Found After Dorset Landslide

Body Found After Dorset Landslide

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A 22-year-old woman was found dead after a landslide at Burton Bradstock Beach. The incident occurred while she was with her family, and eyewitnesses described the chaotic scene as people attempted to dig through the rubble. The landslide was likely caused by recent wet weather followed by a heatwave, leading to warnings for locals and visitors to avoid cliffs. Authorities are conducting safety tests and have closed some coastal paths and beaches. The victim's family is being supported by police, who have labeled the event a tragic accident.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial activity of the 22-year-old woman before the landslide occurred?

She was swimming in the sea.

She was hiking on the cliffs.

She was enjoying the sunshine with her family.

She was fishing with friends.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did eyewitnesses describe seeing after the first landslide?

People running away from the beach.

Men trying to dig through the rubble.

A rescue helicopter arriving.

A boat approaching the shore.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the size comparison between the first and second landslides?

The second was smaller than the first.

The second was about the same size as the first.

The second was half the size of the first.

The second was two or three times as big as the first.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural conditions are thought to have contributed to the landslide?

Strong winds and high tides.

Recent wet weather and a heat wave.

Heavy snowfall.

Earthquake tremors.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures are being taken to ensure safety after the landslide?

Closing the coastal path and some beaches.

Deploying lifeguards along the coast.

Installing warning signs on the cliffs.

Building a wall along the beach.