Every day parts of the surface of the Earth are rattled by earthquake tremors, and occasionally, some regions are shaken... MoreEarthquakes: Plate Tectonics and Earthquake Hazards
There are many different types of floods, ranging from slowly rising regional floods to dramatic flash floods and coasta... MoreFloods: Hazards of Surface and Groundwater Systems
The Earth has experienced many episodes of dramatic climate change over the years. Scientists warn that the planet is cu... MoreClimate Change: Shifting Glaciers, Deserts, and Climate Belts
Asteroids and comets are space objects that orbit the Sun. When they enter the Earth's atmosphere, they often make a str... MoreAsteroids and Meteorites
Volcanic eruptions are some of the most spectacular of all natural phenomena, yet they are also among the most dangerous... MoreVolcanoes: Eruptions and Other Volcanic Hazards
The outermost layer of the Earth consists of different materials, comprising rock, soil, organic matter, and other earth... MoreLandslides: Mass Wasting, Soil, and Mineral Hazards
Coastlines offer some of the best scenery and recreation areas, yet they also rank among the most hazardous areas to liv... MoreThe Coast
A tsunami is a seismic sea wave generated by a sudden displacement of the seafloor, commonly caused by earthquakes, land... MoreTsunamis: Giant Waves from the Sea
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