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7 th January 2023 in INDONESIA Volcano Eruption

A volcano eruption is a natural phenomenon where molten rock, ash, and gas escape from a vent in the Earth's surface. Volcanic eruptions can be explosive or effusive and can cause a range of hazards such as ashfall, pyroclastic flows, lahars, andĀ volcanicĀ gases.

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29 TH December 2022 in BAY OF BENGAL Cyclone

Cyclones, also known as hurricanes or typhoons depending on their location, are massive storms that form over warm ocean waters. Cyclones are characterized by strong winds that spiral around a calm center called the "eye" and can cause a range of hazards including storm surges, heavy rainfall, and flooding.

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7 TH September 2022 in INDIA Flood

Floods are natural disasters that occur when an area experiences an excessive amount of water, usually due to heavy rainfall or overflowing rivers and coastal waters. Floods can cause significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and businesses, and can also lead to loss of life. They can also cause contamination of water sources and spread of waterborne diseases.

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14 TH February 2023 in MISSISSIPPI Tornado

A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from the base of a cumulonimbus cloud to the ground. Tornadoes can be extremely violent and destructive, with wind speeds that can reach up to 300 miles per hour (480 kilometers per hour).

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12 TH March 2022 in INDIA Fire Forests

A forest fire, also known as a wildfire, is an uncontrolled fire that occurs in a forest or other wildland area. Forest fires can be caused by natural factors such as lightning strikes or by human activities such as campfires, cigarettes, and intentional arson.

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5 TH May 2022 in SOMALIA Drought

Drought is a natural disaster that occurs when there is a prolonged period of below-average rainfall in a region. Droughts can be caused by natural factors such as climate variability, but human activities such as deforestation and overuse of water resources can exacerbate the severity and duration of droughts.

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