natural disaster

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Across
  1. 2. A massive sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake.
  2. 4. A rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground.
  3. 5. An overflow of water onto normally dry land.
  4. 7. A mountain that opens downward to a pool of molten rock below the surface.
  5. 8. The movement of rock, earth, or debris down a sloped section of land.
  6. 10. A sudden and violent shaking of the ground.
  7. 11. A hole in the ground caused by the surface layer collapsing.
  8. 12. A large fire that spreads quickly through forests or grasslands.
Down
  1. 1. A very serious disaster, often on a large scale with tragic consequences.
  2. 2. A violent tropical storm with strong winds, common in the Pacific.
  3. 3. A storm consisting of ice pellets or freezing rain that coats surfaces.
  4. 6. A severe event causing great damage or loss of life; a general term for such events.
  5. 9. A long period of time with little or no rain.
  6. 11. A strong wind carrying dust and sand, especially in a desert.