Natural Hazards Readers and Passages

Droughts are long periods with insufficient water, leading to crop failures and water shortages. Conserving water and pl...

Blizzards are intense winter storms with strong winds and heavy snow. They can create dangerous conditions and require p...

Earthquakes occur when tectonic plates move, causing the ground to shake. Understanding earthquakes helps us prepare and...

Landslides occur when masses of rock or debris move down a slope. They can cause massive destruction and can be triggere...

Volcanoes can erupt with lava and ash, changing the landscape. While dangerous, they also create fertile land and new la...

Tornadoes are dangerous spinning columns of air. Knowing the signs and having safety plans can help protect you from the...

Hurricanes are massive storms with strong winds and rain. Tracking and preparing for them helps protect people in their ...

Tsunamis are massive waves caused by underwater disturbances. Early warnings and evacuation plans are crucial to saving ...

Floods occur when excess water overflows onto land. Knowing how to prepare for and respond to floods can help protect pe...

Wildfires spread quickly and can cause significant damage. Understanding fire safety and prevention is key to protecting...

This science passage explains volcanic eruptions, aligned with NGSS MS-ESS3-2 (natural hazards) and ESS2-2 (Earth’s syst...

This passage details Kīlauea's volcanic history and status, aligned with NGSS MS-ESS3-2 (natural hazards) and ESS2-3 (Ea...