VOICED : Evacúan localidad de celebridades en California por fuertes lluvias

California is experiencing severe weather, leading to evacuations in Montecito due to landslide risks. The area is vulnerable because of past fires. Despite its beauty, living in Montecito can be dangerous. Twelve people have died in the last 10 days, prompting a state of emergency. More information is available online.

What natural disaster risk prompted the evacuation of Montecito?

• Wildfire

• Flood

• Landslide

• Earthquake

Why is Montecito particularly vulnerable to landslides?

• It is at the base of a mountain range previously affected by fire.

• It is located on a floodplain.

• It is built on unstable soil.

• It is near a river that frequently overflows.

What makes the weather conditions in Montecito dangerous?

• The presence of frequent tornadoes.

• The rapid descent of rainwater from the mountains.

• The high humidity levels.

• The frequent occurrence of hailstorms.

How many people have died in California due to the extreme weather in the last 10 days?

• 15

• 20

• 12

• 10

What action has the government taken in response to the extreme weather in California?

• Issued a travel ban

• Ordered mandatory curfews

• Declared a state of emergency

• Deployed the National Guard