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That is why it is important that countries cooperate and prepare for possible natural disasters.<\/p>\n<p>Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.org\/get-help\/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies\/types-of-emergencies\/natural-disasters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red Cross<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/environment\/natural-disasters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Geographic<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A natural disaster is a sudden and powerful natural phenomenon that causes extensive damage to people, animals and the environment. Natural disasters can be, for example, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, hurricanes, floods and forest fires. These events can cause great destruction and even loss of life. 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