Tropical Storm Elsa Heads Toward Northeast

Tropical Storm Elsa Heads Toward Northeast

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A storm is impacting major cities along the East Coast, causing one death in Florida and damage in Georgia. Tornado warnings were issued in Southern Delaware, and the National Weather Service is verifying tornado activity. A tropical storm warning extends from Delaware to Massachusetts, with expected rainfall of two to four inches. New York City is experiencing severe flooding, with roadways and subway stations submerged. Police rescued dozens stranded on a highway.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states have already experienced damage or fatalities due to the storm?

New York and Massachusetts

Virginia and North Carolina

Florida and Georgia

Delaware and Maryland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the National Weather Service trying to confirm in Delaware?

The amount of rainfall

The presence of a tornado

The speed of the storm

The temperature drop

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas are under a tropical storm warning?

New York to New Jersey

Florida to Georgia

Virginia to North Carolina

Delaware to Massachusetts

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major issue is New York City facing due to the storm?

Snowfall

Severe flooding

High winds

Power outages

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to many people on a highway in New York City?

They were given emergency supplies

They were relocated to shelters

They were stranded and rescued

They were evacuated