Natural disasters
Across
- 2. The act of saving someone from a dangerous or distressing situation, such as a natural disaster.
- 4. An overflow of water that submerges land which is normally dry, often caused by heavy rain, river overflow, or melting snow.
- 8. A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.
- 9. The movement of a mass of rock, debris, or earth down a slope due to gravity, often triggered by heavy rain or earthquakes.
- 10. The process of moving people from a dangerous area to a safer location due to an impending or ongoing disaster.
Down
- 1. Organizations or public agencies, such as fire departments, police, and medical teams, that respond to urgent and dangerous situations to protect people and property.
- 3. A violent disturbance in the atmosphere marked by strong winds, rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.
- 5. Harm or destruction caused to property, infrastructure, or the environment as a result of a disaster.
- 6. A sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often caused by movements within the earth's crust or volcanic activity.
- 7. A large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodland or brush, often caused by human activity or natural occurrences like lightning.