Waves from Dennis returned with winds gusting up to 60 miles an hour, creating even greater rip-currents further eroding beaches, destroying additional beach front homes and coastlines while simultaneously moving tons of sand where it doesn't belong. For that matter, the forces of nature have been at work all around the world. Let's look at just a few examples from the devastating effect of a forest fire. Maybe your class will be able to add to this list. Thickets, which are overgrown and prevent even animals from access to other grazing areas, are no longer barriers.
Seeds have a chance to grow in soil enriched by ash.
New growth will attract animals that couldn't find food before. Animals will have more grazing area. It will be easier for birds to see their rodent prey. Some might think that if God really used His power, He would have prevented the Willow fire. But He didn't.