Disasters happen all over the world, but there are certain disasters that are more frequent then others. The world’s number one disaster is floods.

Floods can spring up quickly or take a while to form, but either way it’s effects are devastating. Floods are nothing to over look, so make sure that your insurance policy covers your home in case of a flood.

The world’s top 10 natural disaster’s are floods, windstorms, epidemics,earthquakes,droughts,landslides, extreme temperatures, wildfires,volcanoes, and insect infestations.

The US mainly deals with floods, tornadoes, and wildfires, but have been affected by other disasters at different times in it’s history. The main reason to be acquainted with the most common disaster’s, is so you can be ready if one strikes.

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