At Least 2 Dead In Historic French And Italian Floods

At Least 2 Dead In Historic French And Italian Floods

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A severe storm on the France-Italy border caused historic flooding, resulting in missing persons and significant destruction. Firefighters and travelers are among the missing, with a volunteer firefighter confirmed dead. The storm brought nearly a year's worth of rain in 12 hours, devastating the French Riviera, especially near Nice. Over 10,000 people lost power, and emergency services are actively searching for the missing and providing aid. France has allocated emergency funds for rescue and recovery efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unfortunate event occurred to a volunteer firefighter during the storm?

He was swept away by floodwaters.

He was struck by lightning.

He was hit by a falling tree.

He was trapped in a collapsed building.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many German travelers were reported missing after the storm?

Four

Five

Six

Seven

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much rain fell during the storm, according to reports?

Half a year's worth

Two years' worth

Three months' worth

A year's worth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which area experienced significant destruction due to the storm?

Lyon

Paris

French Riviera

Marseille

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did France take in response to the storm's aftermath?

Declared a national holiday

Built new flood defenses

Released emergency funding

Evacuated all coastal areas