Natural Hazard Crossword Puzzle
Across
- 2. A storm with lightning, thunder, and heavy rain.
- 4. Leaving an area to stay safe from danger.
- 7. When a volcano explodes and sends out lava and ash.
- 8. A huge ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake.
- 9. A bright flash of electricity in the sky during a storm.
- 13. Shaking of the ground caused by movement under the Earth.
- 14. A large, uncontrolled fire in forests or grasslands.
- 17. When rocks and soil suddenly slide down a hill or mountain.
- 18. A serious situation that needs quick action.
- 19. Something that can cause harm or danger.
- 20. Surge Ocean water pushed onto land by a strong storm.
- 21. A spinning column of air that touches the ground.
Down
- 1. A big event that causes damage and danger to people and places.
- 3. A mountain that can erupt with lava, ash, and gas.
- 5. A fast-moving slide of snow down a mountain.
- 6. A long time with little or no rain.
- 10. A powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain (over oceans).
- 11. A message that danger is coming soon.
- 12. A safe place to stay during a disaster.
- 15. When too much water covers land that is usually dry.
- 16. A smaller earthquake that happens after a big one.