Earthquake: A Natural Disaster
An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the ground caused by the breaking of rocks deep underground. It can destroy buildings, trigger landslides, and even create tsunamis. For example, the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake caused massive casualties and inspired global solidarity.
翻译：地震是地下岩石断裂引发的地面震动，可能摧毁建筑、引发山体滑坡甚至海啸。例如，2008年汶川地震造成巨大伤亡，也激发了全球团结救援。
短篇扩展（若允许稍长篇幅）：
On May 12, 2008, a magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck Wenchuan, China. Buildings collapsed, roads cracked, and thousands lost their lives. Rescue teams from across the world rushed to help. This disaster taught us the importance of unity and preparedness.
翻译：2008年5月12日，8.0级地震袭击中国汶川。房屋倒塌、道路断裂，数千人遇难。全球救援队迅速驰援。这场灾难让我们铭记团结与防灾准备的重要性。
适用场景：
扩展版：可加入地震逃生建议，如“Stay calm, hide under sturdy furniture, and avoid elevators during quakes.”（保持冷静，躲藏于坚固家具下，避免使用电梯）。
