Natural disasters

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  1. 2. A storm with thunder, lightning, heavy rainfall, and strong winds, often occurring in warm, unstable atmospheric conditions.
  2. 5. A storm characterized by falling balls or irregular lumps of ice called hailstones, often accompanied by thunder and lightning.
  3. 8. A giant ocean wave usually caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption, which can cause widespread destruction.
  4. 9. The sudden movement of rocks, soil, and debris down a slope, often triggered by heavy rainfall, earthquakes, or human activity.
  5. 12. storm A weather phenomenon where strong winds lift and carry large amounts of dust and sand, reducing visibility and causing air pollution.
  6. 13. A large-scale, rotating storm characterized by strong winds and a low-pressure center, usually occurring over tropical waters.
  7. 14. A prolonged period of excessively hot weather, often with high humidity, leading to heat-related health risks and discomfort.
  8. 15. An extended period of significantly reduced rainfall, leading to a shortage of water and dry conditions in an area.
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  1. 1. An overflow of water onto normally dry land, often caused by heavy rainfall, melting snow, or dam failure.
  2. 3. A violent rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm cloud to the ground, causing strong winds and destructive damage.
  3. 4. A severe winter storm characterized by freezing temperatures, strong winds, and heavy snowfall, causing low visibility.
  4. 5. A powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rainfall that forms over warm ocean waters, often causing damage and flooding.
  5. 6. An uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly across vegetation and forests, often fueled by dry conditions and strong winds.
  6. 7. eruption The release of magma, gas, and other materials from a volcano, resulting in the eruption of lava, ash, and potentially pyroclastic flows.
  7. 10. A rapid flow of snow down a slope, often triggered by additional snowfall, causing a dangerous mass of snow to accumulate.
  8. 11. A sudden shaking or trembling of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface.