Hurricane Dorian Strengthens Into Category 4 Storm

Hurricane Dorian Strengthens Into Category 4 Storm

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Hurricane Dorian, a category four storm, is gaining strength as it approaches Florida. The National Hurricane Center warns it will remain a major threat near the Bahamas and Florida. President Trump declared a state of emergency, allowing FEMA to coordinate relief efforts. Florida's Governor DeSantis activated over 2500 National Guard troops for storm preparations. The National Weather Service highlights potential threats: storm surge, hurricane-force winds, and heavy rain.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What category was Hurricane Dorian classified as when it was heading towards Florida?

Category 1

Category 4

Category 2

Category 3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization declared an emergency for Florida due to Hurricane Dorian?

The President of the United States

The National Hurricane Center

The National Weather Service

The Red Cross

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did FEMA play in response to Hurricane Dorian?

They issued a hurricane warning.

They coordinated disaster relief efforts.

They evacuated residents from Florida.

They downgraded the hurricane's category.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Florida National Guard troops were activated by Governor Ron DeSantis?

10,000

2,500

1,000

5,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the three potential threats identified by the National Weather Service?

Earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions

Flooding, landslides, and drought

Storm surge, hurricane force winds, and heavy rain

Tornadoes, hail, and lightning