Catastrophic disasters

Catastrophic disasters are large-scale events causing severe damage, injury, or loss of life, often affecting entire regions or communities. They can be natural, like earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, or floods, or man-made, such as industrial accidents or nuclear meltdowns. These events overwhelm normal preparedness and resources, leading to widespread disruption and long-lasting impacts on people, infrastructure, and the environment. Understanding these disasters helps in planning, risk reduction, and emergency response to minimize their devastating effects.