Natural diseasters

There are many natural diseasters. Though we have separated from wild environment , we are still very dependent on nature. The statistics show us how many people can lose their lives or home in just a few seconds. However, our knowledge and experience can help us in preventing and avoiding the worst consequences. The following essay points out the resons, the conseqences and the ways of rescuing the victims of various cataclysms.

FLOOD caused by longlasting and excessive rain and melting snow causes many deaths among people and animals. People lose their homes and there are many losses in agriculture. After the tragedy the citizens can be evacuated by the army and rescue teams and temporary homes can be provided.

EARTHQUAKES occur after tectonic movements inside the earth. During earthquakespeople die, buildings are destroyed, supply of water,gas and electricity is cut off. There are epidemics, too. After the diseaster temporary shelters and hospitals can be built, food and water can be providedfrom other areas, rescue teams can help the injured.

FIRE caused by drought,human mistake, arson or lightning makes people die, destroys prperty, and kills wild animals. A fire brigade can try to put it out as soon as possible and prevent it from spreading.

DROUGHT is caused by lack of rain. In effect there are losses in agriculture, fires, and lives of people and animals are in danger. Water and food can be provided from other regions for help.

HURRICANE is the effect of differences of air pressure. During it buidings and boats are distroyed and people can die. Citizens can hide in basements or leave the area.

VOLCANIC ERUPTION occurs when the temperature of the lava in the volcano increases. Fields and villages can be destroyed. The only solution is fast evacuation,