weather and climate

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Across
  1. 2. – A sudden discharge of electricity in the atmosphere, often seen during thunderstorms. (9 letters)
  2. 3. – A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, typically forming over warm oceans. (9 letters)
  3. 6. – An overflow of water that submerges normally dry land. (5 letters)
  4. 8. – To leave a dangerous area for safety, commonly advised during hurricanes or floods. (8 letters)
  5. 9. – A measure of warmth or coldness, usually checked as part of daily weather. (11 letters)
Down
  1. 1. – The day-to-day state of the atmosphere, including conditions like sunshine, rain, and wind. (7 letters)
  2. 4. – The average weather conditions in a place over a long period, like decades. (7 letters)
  3. 5. – A rotating, funnel-shaped column of air that touches the ground and can cause severe damage. (7 letters)
  4. 6. – A prediction about future weather conditions, often given by meteorologists. (8 letters)
  5. 7. – A long period of little to no rainfall, leading to a shortage of water. (7 letters)