Natural disasters

Presents a look at hurricanes through text, facts, and infographics.

Presents a look at tornadoes through text, facts, and infographics.

Looks at the causes, locations, history, and all-time records of wildfires.

Detail the procedures commonly used by emergency personnel in dealing with natural disasters.

Presents a brief description of various first responders to local, national, and international disasters including the Civil Air Patrol, Medevac, and FEMA.

Describes how ships are used to send aid in response to such disasters as tsunamis and hurricanes.

Describes how tsunamis are formed, how they cause damage, and what people can do to protect themselves.

Photographs, maps, and text provide a brief understanding of hurricanes, how they are formed, and the destruction they leave behind.

Explains what causes floods, how the United States prepares for them, the destruction they leave behind, and the flooding that occurred after Hurricane Katrina.

"This photo-illustrated book describes wildfires, including forest fires, grass fires, and bush fires. Explains how these fires are started, what conditions create a crisis, and steps taken to put fires out. Also includes information on staying safe and preventing wildfires"--Provided by publisher.