Severe weather events can create ecological disturbances, which can impact biodiversity. Think about a severe weather situation you have experienced near your home or have witnessed on the news. In 3 as short as possible sentences, explain how the severe weather event created ecological disturbances that impacted biodiversity.
For example:
1. A severe thunderstorm caused widespread flooding in my area, destroying habitats and displacing many animal species.
2. The strong winds from a hurricane uprooted trees and shrubs, altering the landscape and reducing food sources for wildlife.
3. A tornado ripped through a nearby forest, removing vegetation and disrupting the delicate balance of predator-prey relationships.