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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Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers space phenomena, scientific studies and natural disasters.
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Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Relief organizations say the first 72 hours after a natural disaster is the most crucial time period for rescues, though survival can be extended if people have access to food and water.
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Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
DeSantis additionally signed off on a bill Monday that will renew the emergency preparedness fund, created by the Legislature for his use during natural disasters and other emergencies several years ago, and replenish it with $250 million.
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Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
The first 48 to 72 hours after a natural disaster are crucial to rescue efforts, though survival can be extended if people have access to food and water, according to international aid agencies.
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Abigail Williams,
NBC news,
29 June 2026
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Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Relief organizations say the first 72 hours after a natural disaster is the most crucial time period for rescues, though survival can be extended if people have access to food and water.
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Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
DeSantis additionally signed off on a bill Monday that will renew the emergency preparedness fund, created by the Legislature for his use during natural disasters and other emergencies several years ago, and replenish it with $250 million.
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Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
The first 48 to 72 hours after a natural disaster are crucial to rescue efforts, though survival can be extended if people have access to food and water, according to international aid agencies.
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Abigail Williams,
NBC news,
29 June 2026
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“Natural disaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/natural%20disaster. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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