This building is equipped with lightning protection, so there is no need to worry about being struck by lightning.

He avoided standing under the tree to avoid striking lightning.

That accident was completely avoidable.

Due to the earthquake, we had to evacuate immediately.

Due to the earthquake, evacuation was necessary.

He was trying to avoid and hide away from the police.

He was arrested for helping a criminal evade arrest.

He helped to evade the arrest of the criminal.

He always tries to run away to avoid problems.

He always tries to run away to avoid problems.