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Drought in Senekal, South Africa

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What has become an emergency in one of Africa's most advanced nations according to the text?

Medical supplies shortage

Food scarcity

Availability of drinking water (correct)

Lack of electricity

Why were people afraid to use the water delivered by the local municipality for drinking?

It had a foul smell

It was muddy and caused diarrhea (correct)

It was not enough for everyone

It was too expensive

What made Vinus Nkala and her children wait all day in long lines for water?

The lack of food

The muddy water provided by the municipality

The scarcity of clean drinking water (correct)

The need for medical attention

What is the main purpose of the umbrellas mentioned in the text?

Protection against the sun Signup and view all the answers

What has South Africa, which usually exports corn, had to do due to the water crisis?

Import up to 6 million tons of grain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for farmers in South Africa to stop planting their crops?

Drought Signup and view all the answers

What led to people rushing with buckets to collect dirty rainwater for washing clothes?

Lack of access to clean water Signup and view all the answers

How often does the weather pattern known as El Niño occur?

Every 2-7 years Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the current El Niño have on the western United States?

Relieved a drought Signup and view all the answers

What action are government officials in South Africa taking to address the lack of drinking water?

Sending tap water by truck to communities Signup and view all the answers