Disaster Management CrossWord

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Across
  1. 1. An overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.
  2. 6. A place of refuge or safety during a disaster.
  3. 7. Aid The immediate assistance provided to a person who is injured or ill.
  4. 9. The state of being ready for something, especially an emergency.
  5. 10. A large, rotating storm system, also known as a hurricane in some regions.
  6. 11. A large, uncontrolled fire in a forest or other natural area.
  7. 13. A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.
  8. 14. The act of saving someone from a dangerous situation.
Down
  1. 2. The sliding of a mass of earth or rock down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or an earthquake.
  2. 3. The ability of individuals, communities, or systems to recover from or adjust to disasters.
  3. 4. The process of moving people from a dangerous area to safety.
  4. 5. Measures taken to avoid or reduce the risk of a disaster.
  5. 8. A large ocean wave typically caused by an underwater earthquake.
  6. 12. A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.