natural disasters

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Natural Disaster

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A catastrophic event that causes significant damage or destruction, often resulting in loss of life and property.

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Flood

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An overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by heavy rainfall or melting snow.

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Landslide

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The sudden and fast movement of a large amount of earth material down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or earthquakes.

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Evacuate

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To leave a place of danger to a safer location, often in response to a natural disaster.

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Tsunami

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A series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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Hurricane

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A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.

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Earthquake

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A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface.

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Refugees

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People who leave their country or homes due to war, persecution, or natural disasters.

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Drought

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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.

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Wildfire

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An uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation, often exacerbated by dry conditions.