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6A Unit 5

Natural DisastersNatural Disasters

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Natural disasters affect the environment and can lead to financial, environmental and human losses. 

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 Typhoons can cause heavy rain,

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 strong wind and large storms.

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 Earthquakes can cause many deaths and injuries. Many buildings can collapse during an earthquake.

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Tsunamis can be formed as a result of earthquakes near the seashore.

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A drought results from no rainfall for a long period of time.

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People may die in a drought due to a shortage of food and water.

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Can you think of other natural disasters? How do they influence our lives?

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