Slight Cooldown After Days Of Historic Heat

The video discusses the impact of historic high temperatures, reaching 116 degrees in Portland, Oregon. The heat led to the closure of schools and businesses for safety, and caused infrastructure issues like melted power cables and suspended public transport. In Washington state, the heat caused roadways to buckle, highlighting the severe effects of extreme temperatures on infrastructure.

What was one of the immediate actions taken due to the historic high temperatures?

• Opening more schools

• Closing schools and businesses

• Increasing work hours

• Reducing electricity usage

What was the recorded temperature in Portland, Oregon during the heatwave?

• 120 degrees

• 100 degrees

• 110 degrees

• 116 degrees

What infrastructure issue did Portland face due to the heat?

• Flooded streets

• Melted power cables

• Collapsed bridges

• Frozen pipes

What happened to the roadways in Washington state as a result of the heat?

• They started to buckle

• They were covered in sand

• They were flooded

• They became icy

Which major interstate was affected by the heat in Washington state?

• Interstate 10

• Interstate 5

• Interstate 40

• Interstate 95