👉 In the context of science and technology, a "catastrophe" refers to an event or phenomenon that is so severe, catastrophic, or destructive that it has the potential to cause widespread harm, loss, or destruction. This can include natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires, floods, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and industrial accidents. Catastrophes are often characterized by a series of events that are interconnected and have a direct impact on each other, leading