#natural-disasters
When a hurricane strikes, it can have devastating effects on wildlife and their habitats. High winds, flooding, and storm surge can cause significant... Read more
Earthquakes are a natural disaster that can cause widespread destruction and loss of life. They occur when tectonic plates shift, causing the ground... Read more
In April 2015, a deadly tornado outbreak hit the United States, affecting several states across the country. However, the state that was hit the... Read more
Monsoons and typhoons are both large-scale weather patterns that can cause significant damage and destruction in affected areas. However, there are... Read more
Turkey is a geologically active country with several active and dormant volcanoes. The most famous of these volcanoes is Mount Ararat, which is the... Read more
The San Andreas Fault is a geological fault that runs through California for about 800 miles. It is a transform fault, which means that it forms the... Read more
Turkey is home to several active volcanoes, each with the potential to cause significant hazards to both human and animal populations as well as the... Read more
Volcanoes are formed when magma from the Earth's mantle rises up to the surface. When the pressure builds up, it can cause an eruption, which is when... Read more
Volcanoes and earthquakes are natural phenomena that can cause widespread destruction and have fascinated scientists and laypeople alike for... Read more
In May 2015, Texas and Oklahoma experienced severe flooding that caused significant damage and loss of life. The flooding was caused by heavy... Read more