Flooding Kills Dozens In Vietnam, Cambodia

The transcript discusses the severe impact of a storm that has killed nearly 40 people and forced thousands to evacuate in Southeast Asia. Heavy rainfall since October has caused flash flooding and landslides, damaging over 130,000 homes and 1,400 acres of farmland. Tropical Storm Nangka is expected to bring more rain to Vietnam, with rising water levels threatening to submerge more communities. The storm also poses a threat to Hong Kong, leading to business closures and school shutdowns.

What is the approximate number of people who have died due to the severe weather conditions?

• 20

• 80

• 40

• 60

What natural disasters have been caused by the heavy rainfall since early October?

• Flash floods and landslides

• Droughts and wildfires

• Hurricanes and tornadoes

• Earthquakes and tsunamis

How many homes have been damaged or destroyed due to the floods?

• 50,000

• 80,000

• 130,000

• 200,000

Which areas are expected to be affected by Tropical Storm Nangka?

• Eastern Vietnam and Cambodia

• Western Vietnam and Laos

• Northern and central Vietnam

• Southern Vietnam and Thailand

What actions have been taken in Hong Kong in response to the storm threat?

• Distributing emergency supplies

• Building flood barriers

• Closing schools and businesses

• Evacuating residents