VOICED : Cataratas del Iguazú registran caudal 10 veces mayor al habitual

The Iguazú Falls experienced a water flow nearly ten times the usual rate due to heavy rains in Paraná, Brazil. This led to the closure of tourist pathways on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. The Civil Defense of Paraná reported severe flooding affecting 24 municipalities, displacing over 1,200 people and damaging nearly 400 homes. The water flow recorded was the highest since June 2014. Despite a high flow in June of this year, park circuits remained open.

What caused the Iguazú Falls to have a water flow nearly ten times the usual rate?

• Heavy rains in Paraná

• A dam break

• Seasonal snowmelt

• Earthquake activity

Which tourist attraction was closed due to the high water flow at Iguazú Falls?

• The helicopter rides

• The Brazilian side's Devil's Throat walkway

• The Argentine side's observation deck

• The boat tours

How many municipalities were affected by the severe weather events in Paraná?

• 12

• 24

• 36

• 48

What was the highest recorded water flow at Iguazú Falls since June 2014?

• 10 million liters per second

• 14 million liters per second

• 47 million liters per second

• 20 million liters per second

In June of this year, what was the water flow at Iguazú Falls?

• 5 million liters per second

• 10 million liters per second

• 15 million liters per second

• 20 million liters per second