natural disaster
noun
: a sudden and terrible event in nature (such as a hurricane, tornado, or flood) that usually results in serious damage and many deaths
The earthquake was one of the worst natural disasters of this century.
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According to Surfer Magazine, scientists have found no evidence that oarfish sightings predict natural disasters.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
But according to Surfer Magazine, scientists have found no evidence that oarfish sightings predict natural disasters.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
The House wants more restrictions on how the money can be spent on emergencies not related to natural disasters, although the chamber weakened some of those provisions, while the Senate wants to renew the fund with minimal restrictions.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
But according to Surfer Magazine, scientists have found no evidence that oarfish sightings predict natural disasters.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
The House wants more restrictions on how the money can be spent on emergencies not related to natural disasters, although the chamber weakened some of those provisions, while the Senate wants to renew the fund with minimal restrictions.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers popular toys, scientific studies, natural disasters, holidays, and trending news.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Natural disaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/natural%20disaster. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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