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Why do 'Natural disasters' happen?

Prof. John Houghton reflects on the problem of evil and suffering, particularly as brought about by natural disasters. He says that in part, we must take part of the blame for suffering brought about by natural disasters because although we have the ability to put preventative and life-saving measures in place, often we do not.

Difficulty: Intermediate