Disaster

A disaster is a sudden, catastrophic event that causes significant disruption, destruction, and distress, leading to human, material, economic, or environmental loss. Disasters can be natural, such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and wildfires, or human-made, such as industrial accidents, terrorist attacks, and large-scale technological failures. The impact of a disaster often overwhelms the resources and capabilities of the affected community or society, necessitating external assistance and intervention. Disasters can result in injury, loss of life, damage to property, and long-term economic and environmental consequences. Effective disaster management involves preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategies to reduce the risks and impacts of such events.