Complete the sentences with the given words/word combinations.

1. According to the ... it will rain this evening.
2. Never take a shelter under big trees if you are out in a ... .
3. The devastating tsunami in Japan made ... shocking people everywhere.
4. Most tornadoes in the northern hemisphere ... in the opposite direction to the hands of a clock.
5. A ... broke out causing the whole area to flood.
6. Scientists are working hard to ... the ozone layer before it is too late.