A major storm hit the western region of the country last night, causing many problems and some damages. Strong winds and heavy rain began around 7 PM, and continued for several hours. Many trees fell, blocking roads and making it hard for people to travel. Because of this, emergency services have been busy trying to help.
The storm also caused power outages in several areas. Many homes and businesses are without electricity. Repair crews are working hard to fix the power lines, but it may take a few days to restore electricity to everyone. In the meantime, people are advised to stay indoors and use flashlights or candles at night.
In addition, the heavy rain caused flooding in some low-lying areas. The local government has set up temporary shelters for those whose homes were affected by the floodwaters. People are being asked to donate food, water, and clothes to help these families.
The local weather department had warned about the storm two days ago. They advised residents to secure loose objects in their yards and to stock up on essential supplies. Some people listened to this advice and were better prepared, while others did not take the warnings seriously.
Local schools are closed today to ensure the safety of students and staff. Some businesses also decided not to open, allowing employees to stay safe with their families.
Authorities are urging everyone to stay cautious, as more rain and strong winds are expected in the coming days. It is important to stay informed about weather updates and follow guidance from local officials.
Vocabulary List:
- Outages /ˈaʊ.tɪdʒɪz/ (noun): Periods when a service especially electricity is not available.
- Flooding /ˈflʌd.ɪŋ/ (noun): The overflow of water onto normally dry land often causing damage.
- Restore /rɪˈstɔːr/ (verb): To bring back to a previous condition or state.
- Cautious /ˈkɔː.ʃəs/ (adjective): Taking care to avoid possible danger or mistakes.
- Temporary /ˈtɛmpərəri/ (adjective): Lasting for only a limited period; not permanent.
- Services /ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/ (noun): Activities provided to help people especially in emergencies.
How much do you know?
At what time did the strong winds and heavy rain begin during the storm?
What is one of the challenges people faced due to trees falling during the storm?
What are people advised to use at night due to power outages?
Why did the local government set up temporary shelters?
What did the local weather department advise residents to do to prepare for the storm?
Why are local schools closed today?
Repair crews are not working to restore electricity after the power outages caused by the storm.
The storm lasted for only an hour.
Some businesses opened despite the storm warning.
More rain and strong winds are not expected in the coming days.
The local government is not asking for donations to help flood-affected families.
Everyone is advised to stay indoors during the storm.
Many trees fell during the storm, blocking roads and making it hard for people to travel. Because of this, emergency services have been busy trying to .
It may take a few days to restore electricity to everyone after the power outages caused by the storm. In the meantime, people are advised to stay indoors and use or candles at night.
The local weather department had warned about the storm two days ago, advising residents to secure loose objects in their yards and to stock up on essential .
Local schools are closed today to ensure the safety of students and .
Authorities are urging everyone to stay cautious as more rain and strong winds are expected in the coming .
Some businesses decided not to open during the storm, allowing employees to stay safe with their .
