Types of Natural Disasters
This disaster happens when the ground shakes.
earthquake
The white, fluffy things in the sky that bring rain or snow.
clouds
This happens when cold air and warm air mix, creating a funnel cloud.
tornado
This tool helps people know if bad weather is coming.
weather forecast
This big, bright object in the sky keeps us warm.
The Sun
This spinning storm brings strong winds and forms over warm ocean water.
hurricane
This happens when water falls from the sky in drops.
rain
This happens when there is no rain for a long time, and the land becomes very dry.
drought
If there is a tornado warning, you should go to this part of your house for safety.
basement or indoors
This season is the hottest of the year.
summer
This happens when too much water covers land after heavy rain.
flood
This bright light in the sky follows thunder.
lightening
This happens when ocean waves rise and flood the land during a hurricane.
storm surge
You should wear this to protect yourself from heavy rain.
raincoat
This fluffy frozen water falls from the sky in winter.
snow
This natural disaster happens in dry areas and spreads quickly with strong winds.
wildfire
The tool used to tell how hot or cold it is outside.
thermometer
This storm drops ice balls from the sky instead of rain.
hail
This type of alert tells people to leave an area before a hurricane arrives.
evacuation warning
This is the windiest place on Earth.
Antartica
This winter storm brings heavy snow and strong winds.
blizzard
A circle of bright colors in the sky after rain.
rainbow
this natural event is caused by an underwater earthquake, sending large waves to land.
tsnuami
If there is lightning, you should stay away from these objects.
trees and metal objects
The highest recorded temperature on Earth was over 130°F (54°C)