1The hurricane was a calamity for the coastal town, destroying homes and businesses.
2Is the economic downturn a calamity for the entire country, or just certain regions?
3The company's bankruptcy was a calamity for its employees, who lost their jobs overnight.
4If the dam breaks, it will be a calamity for the people living in the valley below.
5The news of the plane crash was a calamity for the families of the passengers, who were left to pick up the pieces.