human
What are the different types of natural disasters that could happen to my area?
assistant
1. Earthquakes
 • these can be caused by a variety of factors, including plate tectonics, volcanic eruptions, and meteor impacts.
2. Tornadoes
 • tornadoes form when strong winds rotate around a low-pressure system.
3. Floods
 • floods occur when heavy rains or melting snow cause rivers, lakes, and streams to overflow their banks.
4. Wildfires
 • wildfires can spread quickly due to dry vegetation conditions and high temperatures.
5. Hurricanes
 • hurricanes are large rotating storms that form over warm ocean waters.