Disaster

tornado

A violent, dangerous windstorm that forms a column of air reaching from a cloud to the ground.

earthquake

A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movement within the earth's crust.

tsunami

A very large, destructive wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption.

hurricane

A violent storm with very strong winds, especially in the western Atlantic Ocean.

flood

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

volcanic eruption

The sudden release of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.

drought

A long period of time with little or no rain.

avalanche

A large mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.

blizzard

A severe snowstorm with very strong winds.

destructive

Causing great damage or harm.

raging

Very strong, violent, and out of control (often used for fire, storms, or water).

monstrous

Extremely large, shocking, and frightening (like a monster).

severe

Very serious, intense, or harsh.

powerful

Having great strength or force.

violent

Using extreme physical force to cause damage or injury.