Natural Disasters

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forest fire

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A large, uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation.

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flood

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An overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.

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hurricane

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A large tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain.

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drought

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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

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tornado

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A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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volcano

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An opening in the Earth's crust through which molten lava, ash, and gases are ejected.

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earthquake

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A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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tidal wave

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A large ocean wave caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun, often associated with tsunamis.