What is a natural disaster?

A natural disaster is a sudden and extreme event that causes widespread destruction.
These events can include earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, volcanic
eruptions, and more. They often result in significant loss of life and property.
Landslides

Destructive Forces Impact

Landslides are rapid downhill movements of large Landslides can cause severe damage to
amounts of rock, soil, and other debris. They can infrastructure, homes, and agricultural areas.
be triggered by heavy rainfall, earthquakes, and They also pose a significant risk to human lives in
other natural phenomena. affected regions.
Tsunamis
1 Natural Causes 2 Devastating Effects

Tsunamis are often triggered by These immense waves can cause

underwater earthquakes and volcanic widespread destruction, particularly in

eruptions, causing ocean waves to coastal areas, resulting in loss of life

grow in size and power. and damage.

Earthquakes
1 Vibrations
Earthquakes are caused by the sudden
release of energy in the Earth's crust, which
creates seismic waves.

2 Impact
They can lead to the collapse of buildings
and other structures, resulting in extensive
damage to infrastructure.

3 Warning Systems
Efforts are made to develop early
warning systems to minimize the loss
of life and property due to
earthquakes.
 Effects on Climate
Volcanic Eruptions Ash and gases can lead to temporary
cooling of the earth's climate, affecting
Nature's Fury the global atmospheric conditions.
Volcanic eruptions release molten rock,
ash, and gases, impacting the
environment and local communities.

Active Monitoring
Geological surveys are conducted to monitor volcanic activity and
predict potential eruptions to safeguard human lives.
Tornadoes
Formation
Tornadoes are formed from powerful
thunderstorms and associated with
supercell storms.

Impact
Tornadoes can cause damage to structures,
vehicles, and infrastructure in their path.

Forecasting
Doppler radar and weather satellites are
used to detect and forecast tornadoes.