The phrase "devastating pandemic" refers to a severe, widespread outbreak of a contagious disease that causes significant loss, suffering, and damage to a large number of people and communities. Full definition
The legendary musician, 68 The Black Death, also known as the Black Plague, Great Plague or simply Plague, was one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, resulting in (myintimcity.com)
The painting shows a horde of skeletons wreaking havoc across a scorched landscape littered with corpses — a reflection on one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, the Black Death, which killed 30 — 60 % of medieval Europe's population during the years 1346 — 1353. (firstshowing.net)
Influenza A viruses can cause devastating pandemics when they are transmitted to humans from pigs, birds, or other animal species. (sciencedaily.com)