Natural Disasters Vocab

3. An uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly in vegetation-rich areas, often fueled by dry weather and wind.
5. The extent of damage or impact caused by a natural disaster, often measured by loss of life, economic cost, or environmental destruction.
7. A violently rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing severe damage.
8. A large mass of snow, ice, and rock that rapidly slides down a mountainside, typically caused by changes in weather or vibrations.
9. An extended period of unusually low rainfall, leading to water shortages and dry conditions.
12. A natural process or phenomenon, like a storm or earthquake, that has the potential to cause damage, harm, or adverse effects on humans and the environment.
13. A large, powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, typically forming over warm ocean waters.
14. How often a specific natural disaster occurs in a particular area over a given period of time.

1. The shaking of the ground caused by sudden movements along faults or volcanic activity within the Earth's crust.
2. A system of winds rotating inward around a low-pressure area, occurring in the Indian Ocean and South Pacific regions (similar to hurricanes).
4. An overflow of water onto normally dry land, often caused by heavy rain, melting snow, or dam failure.
6. An opening in Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases erupt, often forming a mountain-like structure.
10. A series of ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, capable of causing widespread destruction.
11. A catastrophic event caused by natural forces, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods, often resulting in significant harm to people, property, and the environment.