Natural disasters

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Volcano!

2008
Describes how volcanoes are formed, what causes them to erupt, and the results of an eruption.

Flood!

2008
Describes what causes floods, the damage they can leave, and how they are prevented.

Volcanoes

2007
Illustrations and text introduce what volcanoes are and what they do, as well as some specific volcanoes in history.

Volcanoes

2004
Discusess why eruptions happen and where. Also the areas under threat and past eruptions.

Tornadoes

2000
Describes how and why tornadoes happen, the damage they can cause, and some of the most destructive tornadoes of the past.

Earthquakes

2002
Discusses the causes, formation, effects, and prevention of earthquakes.

Avalanches and landslides

1992
Studies the causes, effects, and consequences of avalanches and landslides. Includes historical facts and patterns, as well as an examination of humankind's role in causing these disasters.

Tornadoes

2002
Discusses the natural phenomenon of tornadoes, including their development, the destruction they cause, our ability to predict them, scientific studies, and efforts to educate and warn the public.

Plagues

2002
Defines and discusses certain calamitous events around the world, from past to modern times, that have resulted in death, famine, or economic destruction.

Hurricanes

2002
Discusses hurricanes, their birth and development, the devastation they can cause, and their aftermath.

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