Tormenta inunda viñedos, causa evacuaciones en California

Tormenta inunda viñedos, causa evacuaciones en California

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A massive storm system from California to Nevada has led to river overflows, vineyard flooding, and evacuations. In California, the Russian River reached its highest level since 2006, causing school and road closures and power outages in Sonoma County. In Sierra Nevada, avalanche risks have kept ski areas closed. Meteorologists predict more snow and rain. In Nevada, the National Guard assisted with evacuations near Reno, where the Truckee River overflowed. Schools closed, and a state of emergency was declared by Governor Brian Sandoval.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural events have been caused by the storm system in California?

Hurricanes and tornadoes

Droughts and wildfires

River overflows and vineyard flooding

Earthquakes and tsunamis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precautionary measure was taken in the Sierra Nevada due to avalanche risks?

Evacuation of all residents

Closure of ski areas

Construction of avalanche barriers

Deployment of snowplows

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the National Guard take near Reno, Nevada?

Built flood barriers

Conducted search and rescue operations

Provided medical aid

Assisted in evacuating a town

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were evacuated from a neighborhood in Reno?

500 people

1,300 people

2,000 people

3,000 people

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Governor Brian Sandoval do in response to the storm in Reno?

Opened emergency shelters

Ordered a city-wide curfew

Declared a state of emergency

Requested federal assistance