Across
- 1. an overflowing of a large amount of water beyond its normal confines
- 5. the sliding down of a mass of earth or rock from a mountain or cliff.
- 7. a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.
- 8. a storm with a violent wind, in particular a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean.
- 9. a mobile, destructive vortex of violently rotating winds having the appearance of a funnel-shaped cloud
- 10. rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground.
Down
- 2. the action or process of causing so much damage to something that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired.
- 3. a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.
- 4. a sudden and violent shaking of the ground
- 6. a serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.