A natural disaster is any destructive force of nature without human control. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_disaster) They can come in many different forms, such as floods, tornados, hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, or landslides.  These disasters have devastating effects which can cripple an area, if not exterminate it. There are several things to think about when choosing an area to live, such as the history and surroundings. Natural disasters affect the financial state, the natural environment, and the habitat life of any area.

A financial loss due to a natural disaster affects the economy. Trillions of dollars have been spent rebuilding, and sustaining areas around the world due to the damaging effects of natural disasters. Lower class countries typically require aid from higher class countries in time of need. Natural disasters not only affect the economy of one country, but also the economy of the country that has the ability to help. Government leaders should allocate funds reserved specifically to deal with disaster relief.
Natural disasters can completely change the environment. Some environmental changes can be predicted by environmental experts, while others cannot. With all disasters, the damage is unpredictable. An entire city could be covered in volcanic lava or submerged under water, leaving a vast number of humans and animals homeless. These changes can make an area unsuitable for living, forcing the survivors to move. Being prepared for environmental changes is tough, but listening to the experts would be the first step to survival and recovery.

Habitat populations are decreased, if not extinct, due to natural disasters. Organizations such as the Red Cross have been assembled to give shelter and food to disaster victims. Thousands of plants, animals and people sadly die each year due to natural disasters. This destruction can have a great affect on a single species, such as the ability to survive. While a single species may survive, the food chain will not, which causes another species to expire due to lack of food. Plants and animals rely on each other to survive and maintain a balance.