write about a natural hazard/disaster

For this discussion topic please choose a natural hazard/disaster that occurred prior to the year 1900. You should be able to find plenty of examples online. I want you to write this post as if you were witnessing the event and writing an account of what happened.

Please choose an event that actually happened and use your imagination for the details. However, please incorporate class material into your report. Remember to also think about what technologies were available at the time. For example, there would not be a seismograph in 1600 or a helicopter to save people in 1800. Remember to also include any references you used and your post must be at least 250-300 words.