Natural Disasters

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  1. 3. Fire: A forest fire is a big fire that spreads quickly through trees and plants in a forest, often caused by dry weather or lightning.
  2. 5. Disaster: A natural disaster is a major event caused by nature, like floods, earthquakes, or hurricanes, that can harm people and damage places.
  3. 7. An earthquake is when the ground shakes because of sudden movements deep underground, which can damage buildings and roads.
  4. 8. A tsunami is a giant wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcano that can flood coastlines and destroy buildings.
  5. 9. A drought is a long period with little or no rain, making it hard for plants, animals, and people to get enough water.
  6. 13. An avalanche is a large amount of snow and ice that suddenly slides down a mountain, burying anything in its path.
  7. 14. Eruption: A volcano eruption is when hot lava, ash, and gases burst out from a volcano, sometimes destroying everything nearby.
  8. 15. A mudslide is when a large amount of wet earth and rocks quickly moves down a hill or mountain, often after heavy rain.
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  1. 1. A hurricane is a huge, powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean water and can cause a lot of damage when it reaches land.
  2. 2. A thunderstorm is a weather event with heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and sometimes strong winds or hail.
  3. 4. A flood happens when too much water covers land that is usually dry, often because of heavy rain or rivers overflowing.
  4. 6. Colombia is a country in South America, known for its coffee, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture.
  5. 10. A tornado is a spinning column of air that touches the ground and can cause a lot of damage to buildings and trees.
  6. 11. Japan is an island country in East Asia, known for its advanced technology, rich culture, and natural beauty, but it also experiences many earthquakes and tsunamis.
  7. 12. Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia, famous for its beautiful beaches, delicious food, and friendly people.