Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Devastation in Pakistan 6 Questions

1.WHO is the president of Pakistan?

The president of Pakistan is Asif Ali Zardari who was criticized for being out of the country when the natural disaster occurred.

2.WHAT problems have recent monsoon rains caused in Pakistan?

Recent monsoon rains have caused problems such as landslides, and bloated rivers that have “hindered the government's aid efforts.”

3.WHERE in the country have people been hard-hit by the rains and flooding?

People have been hard-hit by the rains and flooding mainly in Muzaffargarh, where thousands of people had to evacuate.

4.WHEN was the last major natural disaster in Pakistan?

The last major natural disaster that occurred in Pakistan was the earthquake in Kashmir that effected Millions of people and killed thousands.

5.WHY are aid workers having trouble reaching the affected areas?

Aid workers are having trouble reaching affected areas because of the “landslides and bloated rivers.” They have been using donkeys and by foot to reach people.

6.HOW many people have been affected, and killed, in the current disaster in Pakistan?

About six million people have been affected and 1,500 killed in the current disaster in Pakistan.

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