Summary
Hurricane Fiona knocked out power and water to up to one million people in Puerto Rico. President Biden issued an emergency declaration for the island making federal aid available for rescue efforts during and after the storm. For a transcript of the lead story, click here . You may also choose another story from the newscast by clicking the link below and answering the following questions:
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See, Think, Wonder : What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What story would you want to find out more about? Where would you go to learn more? Media literacy: Who else do you think should have been interviewed in the story you watched?For More
What students can do: Read this story about actions you can take now to help the victims of the hurricane in Puerto Rico.
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