Eye on the sky

"A very simple introduction to the phenomenon of fog, when it occurs, and the weather patterns associated with it"--Publisher.

In many cases, floods are a sneaky disaster. They often take awhile to occur as rain builds up over many hours or days, or a river's volume slowly increases and overflows its banks. However, once flooding is happening, it's very hard to stop. Additionally, flash floods don't offer those living nearby much time to prepare or evacuate. Readers face the devastation that floods can cause as they learn how they occur.

Readers learn what hail is, how it forms, and the conditions needed for hail to be destructive. Also covered is the size of hail, how much damage it can cause, and how readers can protect themselves and their property.

An introduction to lightning.

Blizzards can be particularly dangerous weather events, especially for the unprepared. People out in the storm are at risk for hypothermia and frostbite, and those inside have to worry about power and phone outages. Cars may get stuck on the highway, and pilots may feel unsure about landing a plane. Readers learn the severity of blizzards of the past, including 2010's "Snowmageddon," as well as how these blizzards form.

An introduction to the devastating forces of tornadoes, discussing how tornadoes form, how they are predicted and how to protect yourself during a tornado.

An introduction to lightning.

"Offers readers safety tips for preparing and enduring a hurricane, as well as explains the science behind hurricane formation and strength... sidebars about hurricane watches, warnings, and tracking complement full-color photographs of hurricane devastation around the world."--Publisher.

Also covered is the size of hail, how much damage it can cause, and how readers can protect themselves and their property.

Discusses the destruction caused by floods, how they occur, and how to prepare for a flood.