Thousands Ordered To Evacuate As Extreme Floods Hit Australia

Australia is experiencing its worst flooding in decades, with some areas receiving two-thirds of their annual rainfall in just a week. The Prime Minister announced that while heavy rain is expected to ease by Wednesday, floodwaters will persist. Over 18,000 people have evacuated, with another 15,000 potentially needing to do so.

What fraction of the annual rainfall did parts of the state receive in less than a week?

• Two-thirds

• One-third

• Three-quarters

• Half

When is the heavy rainfall expected to slow down according to Australia's Prime Minister?

• Thursday

• Wednesday

• Tuesday

• Monday

What is expected to remain even after the rainfall slows down?

• Strong winds

• Floodwaters

• Drought conditions

• High temperatures

How many people have already evacuated their homes due to the flooding?

• 18,000

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 25,000

How many more people might be ordered to evacuate?

• 20,000

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 5,000