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Elementary ‐Global View ‐ Natural Disasters
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Bob: Those are the headlines for today, and now for the
international weather report with Mike Sanderson.
Mike: Thank you, Bob! This past week has been the
beginning of Armageddon for many, a series of
unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the
world. In Switzerland, a major avalanche was reported in
the Alps. Fortunately, no one was injured. Due to to the
extreme cold this winter, a blizzard has struck the US
Midwest, causing classes in schools and universities to be
temporarily canceled.
Mike: Moving to to Latin American, Ecuador has suffered
a six month drought that has not only affected farming, but
has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant
that provides electricity for the entire country. In Chile, a
major earthquake that registered seven point five on the
Richter scale struck the southern region. Losses are
reported to be in the billions. Authorities have not yet
released an official statement.
Bob: Not a great week for the world! Any good news?
Mike: I’m afraid not, Bob. One of the major volcanoes in
Mexico has erupted, causing major floods and landslides
in the region. Meanwhile, Mexico ’s coast has been hit by
hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the seismic
activity leads them to believe that a tsunami may hit
Central America, affecting Honduras, Guatemala and
Panama. That’s all the news we have for today, but stay
tuned for updates on the six o’clock news. Back to you
Bob.