Across
- 3. A sudden shaking or trembling of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface.
- 4. An uncontrolled fire occurring in a forest or woodland area, often fueled by dry vegetation and exacerbated by hot, windy conditions.
- 6. A large ocean wave typically caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions, capable of causing significant destruction upon reaching shore.
- 7. An overflow of water onto normally dry land, often resulting from heavy rainfall, melting snow, or the failure of a dam.
Down
- 1. The explosion of magma, gases, and ash from a volcano, which can produce lava flows, ash clouds, and pyroclastic flows.
- 2. A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, characterized by a low-pressure center and usually forming over warm ocean waters.
- 5. A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often associated with severe weather conditions.