Unscramble Letters Disaster Vocabulary ChallengeOnline version Test your knowledge of terms related to catastrophic events and their impact on the environment. by dayana calvo 1 A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates. Q E T A U E R K H A 2 A powerful tropical storm characterized by strong winds and heavy rain. I R A N U C R H E 3 A series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. T U M S A I N 4 An overflow of water onto normally dry land, often due to heavy rainfall or storm surges. N L G O O F I D 5 A long period with much less rain than usual, causing water shortages and dry conditions. D O H R U T G 6 An opening in the Earth's crust through which molten rock, ash, and gases can escape. A C O V N L O 7 An uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation, often in forested areas. I F I L R W E D 8 The movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or earthquakes. I D L A L N E S D 9 A weather event with strong winds and falling pieces of ice that can damage crops, buildings, and vehicles L M T A S I O H R