Paraguay: 40,000 evacuados por lluvias

In recent weeks, around 40,000 Paraguayans have been evacuated due to severe flooding caused by heavy rains. Over 10,000 evacuees are from Asunción and have been relocated to higher grounds such as military bases and public areas. Many are living in makeshift shelters provided by the government. The flooding has also affected livestock, with approximately 480,000 cattle standing in water or isolated on small elevated areas. The Paraguay River, which normally stands at 4 meters, has risen to nearly 7 meters in the capital due to unusual rainfall since March.

How many Paraguayans have been evacuated due to the floods?

• 40,000

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

Where have over 10,000 evacuees from Asunción been relocated?

• To neighboring countries

• To higher grounds like military bases and public squares

• To underground shelters

• To temporary camps in the city

What type of structures are most evacuees living in?

• Government-constructed shelters made of plywood and scrap

• Tents provided by international aid

• Hotels in the city

• Luxury apartments

What is the normal level of the Paraguay River?

• 2 meters

• 4 meters

• 6 meters

• 8 meters

How many cattle are affected by the floods according to local media?

• 100,000

• 250,000

• 600,000

• 480,000