Extreme Weather

2. A long period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.
5. A rapid flow of snow, ice, and debris down a mountain slope, often caused by a sudden shift in snow layers.
6. A sudden electrostatic discharge during a storm, seen as a flash of light.
11. Injury to body tissues caused by extreme cold, usually affecting fingers, toes, or the face.
12. An uncontrolled fire in a forest or grassland, often fueled by dry conditions and strong winds.
13. A storm that produces thunder, lightning, and often heavy rain.
14. Surge An abnormal rise in sea level caused by a storm's winds, often leading to flooding along coastlines.
16. An overflow of water onto land that is usually dry, often caused by heavy rain or snowmelt.
17. A type of tropical cyclone or hurricane in the western Pacific Ocean.
19. An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, often used in weather forecasting.

1. A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, typically forming over warm ocean waters.
3. A prolonged period of excessively hot weather, often with high humidity.
4. Chill The perceived decrease in temperature felt by the body due to wind, which can make cold weather feel even colder.
7. A series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides.
8. A large-scale system of winds rotating around a central area of low pressure, typically associated with storms.
9. A climate phenomenon characterized by the warming of ocean waters in the Pacific, which can affect global weather patterns, causing extreme weather events.
10. Scale A five-level scale used to measure the intensity of hurricanes, from Category 1 (weakest) to Category 5 (strongest).
13. A rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.
15. A severe snowstorm with strong winds, low visibility, and freezing temperatures.
18. A very strong wind, often defined as speeds between 34 and 40 knots (39 to 46 miles per hour).