Sentence examples similar to disaster stricken state from inspiring English sources

The failure to "build back better" contains lessons for those who would rush to help when disaster strikes an impoverished country.Haiti before the quake, though not quite a failed state, was a fragile one.

Jo Griffin, Guardian journalist, regular visitor to the city State São Paulo Stadium Disaster struck in late November when a crane collapsed, killing two building workers at the Corinthians stadium, which is due to hold the World Cup opening ceremony and first match of the tournament, featuring hosts Brazil, on 12 June.

But when disaster strikes in Connecticut or surrounding states, Dr. Kenneth B. Temple, 47, of Stamford and Dr. Michael W. Hill, 57, of Fairfield mobilize for action.

Disaster struck on Christmas Eve , 1888

Then one day disaster struck.

"Disaster struck and we lost.

Then, at lunchtime, disaster struck.

But, instead, disaster struck.

Then last year, disaster struck.

In October 2013, disaster struck.

And then disaster struck.