Dad, we had a lesson about natural disasters today and I am going to share my knowledge with you while we walk home.
That's right, son. Natural activities occurring in the earth's crust and surface are the primary causes of natural disasters.
Dad, did you know that natural disasters are caused by a variety of factors such as soil erosion, seismic activity, tectonic movements, air pressure, and ocean currents, and some others.
So let me ask you. What causes an earthquake?
Earthquakes are usually caused by underground rock breaking unexpectedly and moving rapidly along a fault.
The seismic waves that cause the ground to shake are caused by this quick release of energy.
Yes, son. It was devastating. Ground shaking, surface faulting, ground failure, and, less frequently, tsunamis are all effects of earthquakes.
Dad, have you ever experienced an earthquake?
That's scary, dad. I hope earthquakes will never happen as well as the other natural disasters
The effects of floods are terrible, son. It causes havoc on communities, causing death and damage to personal property as well as important public health infrastructure.
What else have you learned today, son?
The causes of floods. In coastal areas, floods are frequently caused by heavy rainfall or a storm surge from a tropical cyclone or tsunami.
If these disasters continue it would be a great danger to earth.
We may not be able to prevent natural disasters, but we can be prepared for them. There are also many ways to reduce the damage caused by natural disasters. Keep safe.
Natural disasters always result in loss of life and property damage, as well as economic damage, the severity of which varies depending on the severity of the disaster.