These words come from the bulletin about a cyclone near India’s east coast.

A cyclone is a powerful storm with strong winds that turns around a centre.

These words come from the bulletin about a cyclone near India’s east coast.

A bulletin is a short, official news report or announcement.

You heard “evacuated” in the news.

Here, “evacuated” means that people were moved away from danger.

For example: The hotel guests were evacuated after the fire alarm sounded.

The guests were moved out of the hotel to keep them safe.

You heard “authorities” in the news.

Here, “authorities” means the people or organizations allowed to make official decisions.

For example: The authorities closed the road after a tree fell across it.

The people or organizations in charge decided that the road must be closed.

You heard “shelters” in the news.

Here, “shelters” are safe places where people can stay during danger.

For example: The city opens shelters for people during severe cold.

The city opens safe places where people can stay when the weather is very cold.