Storm Adam Brings Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Italy
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A powerful storm named Adam is moving across Italy this week. It is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to many areas. Weather experts say the bad conditions will continue until Sunday.
In the city of Latina, the storm has caused serious flooding. Streets in the city center and in the outer areas, known as the periphery, are under water. Forecasters are warning that another strong round of rain is expected soon, which could make the flooding worse.
The storm has also disrupted rail travel. The train line between Rome and Naples has been interrupted after a landslide hit the tracks. Officials say the landslide was caused by the heavy rain from the storm. It is not yet clear when the line will reopen for passengers.
Residents in affected areas have been told to stay alert as the storm continues. Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely, especially in places already hit by flooding.
Vocabulary5 words
- storm
- very bad weather with strong wind and rain
- flooding
- too much water covering streets or land
- periphery
- the outer parts of a city, away from the center
- rail travel
- traveling by train
- landslide
- when earth or rocks fall down suddenly, often blocking a path
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1. Until Sunday 2. Flooding in the city and outer areas 3. A landslide caused by the storm
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A powerful _____ named Adam is moving across Italy this week.
It is bringing heavy rain and strong _____ to many areas.
Weather experts say the bad conditions will continue until _____.
In the city of Latina, the storm has caused serious _____.
Streets in the city center and in the outer areas, known as the _____, are under water.
Forecasters are warning that another strong round of _____ is expected soon.
The storm has also disrupted _____.
The train line between Rome and Naples has been interrupted after a _____ hit the tracks.
Officials say the landslide was caused by the heavy _____ from the storm.
Discussion questions
- Have you ever experienced a big storm? What happened?
- Why do you think flooding often causes transport problems?
- Do you think authorities give enough warning before storms like this?
- What should people do to stay safe during heavy rain and flooding?
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