Which of the following is not a natural hazard? (A) Earthquake (B) Tsunami (C) Flash floods (D) Nuclear accident

Which of the following is not a natural hazard? (A) Earthquake (B) Tsunami (C) Flash floods (D) Nuclear accident
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