In addition to earthquakes, other common natural disasters include:
1. Flooding: Flooding due to flooding of rivers or heavy rainfall.
2. Typhoon/Hurricane/Whirlwind: A strong tropical storm accompanied by violent winds and rain.
3. Drought: Prolonged periods of absence of rainfall, leading to the depletion of water sources.
4. Forest fires: Dry, hot weather can cause forest or grassland fires.
5. Tornado: A strong rotating storm that causes great damage.
6. Tsunami: Huge waves caused by an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption.
7. Hail: Hail falls due to weather changes, which can cause damage to crops and buildings.
8. Cold Wave: Extremely low temperatures that can affect agriculture and daily life.
9. Heavy rainfall: Heavy precipitation in a short period of time, which may cause flooding and landslides.
10. Volcanic eruptions: Volcanic eruptions release magma, dust, and toxic gases.
11. Landslide: Land slides due to unstable ground or heavy rainfall.
12. Mudslides: Heavy rainfall or earthquakes cause a mixture of mud and rocks to slide rapidly.
13. Extreme heat: Extreme heat that can cause health problems and drought.
14. Ice storms: Freezing rain causes ice on the ground, which can lead to traffic accidents and damage to power facilities.
15. Storm surge: Strong winds and low pressure cause an abnormal rise in sea level, causing flooding.
16. Tropical depression: A tropical storm that is weaker than a typhoon or hurricane, but can also bring heavy rainfall and storms.
17. Cold winter: long-term extremely low temperatures, affecting transportation, agriculture and heating.
18. Storms: Accompanied by strong winds and possible precipitation, which can cause physical damage and power outages.
19. Sandstorms: Strong winds blow up large amounts of sand and dust, affecting visibility and respiratory health.
20. Glacier outbursts: Flooding caused by melting glaciers, which can affect downstream areas.
Each natural disaster has its own unique causes and effects, and understanding them can lead to better preparedness and response.