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** Overview **
toc A natural disaster is something that occurs with a cataclysmic aftermath, which could be along the lines of a hurricane, tornado, tsunami, volcano, earthquake, etc (Natural). Natural disasters can happen anywhere, and are extremely hard, if not impossible to stop. They can, though, be prevented.  Natural disasters can destroy people’s homes and communities, damage property, and cause physical, emotional, and economic damage in society. Many times people are unprepared for these disasters, which is why a lot of damage is caused. People can reduce the destruction natural disasters have on their lives by preparing and taking precautions, as well as being smart during a disaster.

**Types **
Natural disasters have more of a death toll on people than war (Peryer). There are many types of natural hazards that cause these disasters. Natural hazards are the actual event that caused the destruction. These things include volcanoes, earthquakes, tornadoes, tsunamis, and hurricanes.

**What They Cause **
Natural disasters are the cause of many countries going into [|poverty] (Michel-Kerjan). They cause houses to be destroyed, they cause the separation of families, and they cause millions of children to become orphans. Natural disasters cause massive destruction that already poor civilizations can’t recover from (Michel-Kerjan). When reconstruction is a necessity, but money is not available, the countries economy and wealth completely diminishes. Natural hazards can also cause other natural hazards. Earthquakes can wake dormant volcanoes or cause tsunamis. There is no predicting when these things will occur either. That is what makes them as dangerous as they are. Every year, natural disasters are getting worse. People in [|poor economic times] and people with poorly built structures are getting hit more and more. Soon enough, these countries could end up being totally extinct. But the real question is, can they be stopped?

** Solutions **
Even though Natural Disasters can’t be prevented, there are still ways to avoid them. When a Natural Disaster is in the area stay away from doors or windows (CDC). If there is a tornado, go into a bathroom, the basement, or any place that does not have any windows (CDC). Another good place to go in a Natural Disaster would be an evacuation center (Only if the Natural Diaster is a very dangerous). It is good to keep a cell phone, food supplies, and health kit with you at all times (CDC). Dangerous Natural Disasters like hurricanes can cause entire towns to collapse (Natural Disasters). These Natural Disasters will require you to head to a evacuation center along with tsunamis (Natural Disasters). You should also make up a solid [|financial plan] before the Natural Disaster strikes (Diggs). You should keep a lot of money with you to prevent a higher rate of poverty (Diggs).

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