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  • flash flood A sudden and fast flood that happens quickly. The flash flood surprised everyone and caused a lot of damage.
  • landslide When a large amount of earth and rock falls down a slope. The landslide blocked the road and made it unsafe to travel.
  • evacuation Moving people away from a dangerous place to safety. The evacuation order helped everyone leave the area before the flood.
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