What Is a Flood?

The video discusses the prevalence of water on Earth and its essential role in sustaining life. It explains how floods occur due to excessive rain and overflow of water bodies, leading to environmental and infrastructural damage. The impact of floods on natural habitats and human settlements is highlighted, with examples of significant flood events like Hurricane Katrina and Sandy. The video emphasizes the importance of preparedness in flood-prone areas.

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered in water?

What can cause a flood to occur?

How do floods affect the habitats of animals?

What are some of the damages caused by floodwaters to buildings?

What should people living in flood-prone areas do to prepare?