A natural disaster refers to an extreme event caused by natural forces that results in significant damage, destruction, or loss of life. Examples include earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, etc.
Related terms
Hazard mitigation: Actions taken before a disaster occurs to reduce its impact.
Resilience: The ability of communities or systems to recover quickly after experiencing a natural disaster.
Disaster relief: Immediate assistance provided after a disaster to help affected individuals and communities.