At Least Six Dead After Hurricane Iota Devastates Nicaragua

Hurricane Iota, a category four storm, hit Honduras shortly after Hurricane Ada, causing significant damage. Trees and telephone poles were downed, complicating damage assessment. Tens of thousands were evacuated to shelters due to rising waters. At least six deaths have been reported, with several people still missing.

What category was Hurricane Iota when it made landfall in Honduras?

• Category 3

• Category 5

• Category 2

• Category 4

Which hurricane struck the same area just two weeks before Iota?

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Ada

• Hurricane Maria

• Hurricane Katrina

What were some of the challenges faced by authorities after Hurricane Iota?

• Inadequate shelter facilities

• Lack of food supplies

• Communication breakdown due to fallen telephone poles

• Shortage of medical staff

How many people were reported to have died due to Hurricane Iota?

• At least 6

• At least 3

• At least 9

• At least 12

What precautionary measure was taken to protect people from rising water levels?

• Distribution of sandbags

• Construction of temporary levees

• Evacuation to higher ground

• Relocation to shelters