Huge cracks in roads. Buildings reduced to rubble. An earthquake can leave behind great destruction. These disasters affect the environment too. Earthquakes can pollute water supplies. They can change the coastline, disrupting plant and animal life. They can trigger tsunamis and landslides that cause further damage. As soon as an earthquake ends, the recovery process starts. Learn how people can help affected areas recover from these deadly natural disasters. Part of the Disasters and the Environment series.