VOICED : El ciclon tropical Harold golpea a Fiyi

Cyclone Harold, initially a Category 5 storm, weakened to Category 4 but still caused significant damage in the Pacific, particularly affecting Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. The Fiji Meteorological Service warned residents to seek shelter. The cyclone resulted in 27 deaths in the Solomon Islands. Vanuatu, having closed its borders to prevent COVID-19 entry, faces challenges in receiving aid, unlike the response to Cyclone PAM in 2015. More information is available at www.alimmenta.com.

What category was Cyclone Harold when it struck Fiji?

• Category 4

• Category 5

• Category 3

• Category 2

What did the Fiji Meteorological Service advise residents to do during Cyclone Harold?

• Stock up on food and water

• Seek refuge in churches and schools

• Stay indoors and avoid windows

• Evacuate to higher ground

How many fatalities did Cyclone Harold cause in the Solomon Islands?

• 42

• 35

• 27

• 15

Why is Vanuatu unlikely to receive significant aid this year?

• Lack of international interest

• Closed borders due to COVID-19

• Insufficient funds

• Political instability

What was the main reason for Vanuatu closing its borders?

• To maintain its COVID-19 free status

• To prevent illegal immigration

• To control tourism

• To focus on local development