Summary
The city leaders told schools, offices, and other places to let people work from home on August 25.
Doing this helps road workers fix the streets and drains without traffic.
Key Points
3 points1
Heavy rain caused possible water puddles and traffic jams.
2
Authorities asked everyone to stay home for a day to keep roads safe.
3
Road and drain repairs can happen more quickly without cars.
New Words to Learn
10 wordsrainfall
the amount of rain that falls
waterlogging
when water stays on the ground and blocks movement
congestion
a lot of traffic that moves slowly
civic agencies
government groups that look after city services
repair
to fix something that is broken
maintenance
regular work to keep things in good shape
district
a region within a larger area
advisory
a suggestion or warning from officials
cooperate
to work together and follow instructions
publicity
spreading information to the public
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