VOICED : La lava del volcán de Canarias gana terreno al mar

The volcanic eruption of Cumbre Vieja on La Palma has created a lava delta over 10 hectares, advancing into the Atlantic Ocean. The lava has traveled 6 kilometers, destroying over 850 buildings and affecting more than 470 hectares of land. Approximately 6,000 residents have been evacuated. While the lava's contact with the ocean has not caused feared explosions or boiling waves, it has released potentially toxic gases. Meteorological forecasts indicate that trade winds will disperse these emissions, preventing air quality issues in populated areas.

What natural feature has the lava from the Cumbre Vieja volcano created as it reaches the ocean?

• A lagoon

• A mountain

• A new island

• A delta

How many hectares of land have been affected by the volcanic eruption on La Palma?

• 470 hectares

• 850 hectares

• 6,000 hectares

• 70,000 hectares

Approximately how many buildings have been destroyed due to the eruption?

• 470 buildings

• 850 buildings

• 6,000 buildings

• 85,000 buildings

What is one of the main concerns when lava comes into contact with the ocean?

• Formation of new land

• Rise in sea level

• Toxic gas emissions

• Increase in fish population

What meteorological condition is helping to manage the volcanic emissions?

• High humidity

• Heavy rainfall

• Strong sunlight

• Trade winds