Describe the vocab
happening soon
The wildfire spread rapidly because the grass was highly__________, catching fire from a single spark.
flammable
storm surge
Rises in water levels caused by a storm
A rapid rise in sea level caused by strong winds from a storm
storm surge
not active: not being used
inactive
The __________ of the earthquake was located right under the city, causing the most damage there.
magnitude
epic center
The part of Earth’s surface is directly above where an earthquake starts.
The point on the Earth's surface directly above the point of origin of the earthquake
epicenter
No longer active
extinct
The volcano is believed to be __________, as there have been no activity in over 350 years.
extinct
inactive
not active: not being used
Extreme heat and no rain
drought
A number that shows the strength of an earthquake
magnitude
Due to the tourist ________ actions, the fire quickly spread and caused significant damage to the forest.
carelessness
catastrophic
causing severe damage
easily catches fire
flammable
Average in size
moderate
If a hurricane is heading toward our coast, the weather reports say that the damage could be _________.
catastrophic
fault
a crack in the earth's crust
happening soon (now)
imminent