Talking About Unexpected Events in Spanish
By Lingobi · Published on 04/28/2025
Sometimes life surprises us! Knowing how to talk about emergencies and unexpected events in Spanish can be very helpful when traveling or living abroad.
Useful Vocabulary
Apagón – Power outage
Terremoto – Earthquake
Inundación – Flood
Tormenta – Storm
Incendio – Fire
Emergencia – Emergency
Evacuación – Evacuation
Alerta – Alert
Rescate – Rescue
Refugio – Shelter
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Quick Phrases
¿Dónde está el refugio más cercano? – Where is the nearest shelter?
Necesitamos ayuda. – We need help.
No hay electricidad. – There is no electricity.
¿Está todo bien? – Is everything okay?
Being ready with the right words can make all the difference during an emergency. Keep learning with Lingobi to prepare for anything!
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