California residents on edge as high surf and flooding threats persist on Christmas Eve

California residents on edge as high surf and flooding threats persist on Christmas Eve

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A powerful surf in CA led to the partial collapse of a Wharf, the longest fully wooden Wharf in the Western Hemisphere. During the incident, two engineers and a project manager were inspecting the structure to assess necessary repairs. Fortunately, all three individuals were rescued without any injuries.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event led to the partial collapse of the Wharf?

Earthquake

Powerful surf

Tornado

Heavy rain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were present at the Wharf during the collapse?

Construction workers

Two engineers and a project manager

A group of tourists

Local fishermen

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the visit by the engineers and project manager?

To conduct a routine inspection

To assess repairs needed

To start a new construction project

To take photographs

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about the Wharf mentioned in the incident?

It is the longest fully wooden Wharf in the Western Hemisphere

It is the tallest structure in the area

It is made entirely of steel

It is the oldest Wharf in the world

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the individuals present during the collapse?

They were rescued without incident

They were trapped

They were injured

They were missing