floods

"Floods are natural disasters that can be brought on by severe weather. In this informative title readers will learn about what causes flooding, different types of floods, where they most often occur, flood warnings and alerts, and what we can do before, during, and after floods occur to stay safe"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the events surrounding the 1927 Mississippi flood, discussing what caused the flood, the destruction it caused to the surrounding area, and the residents' and government's efforts to clean up the damage.

Examines the Johnstown flood of 1889, a tragedy which devastated a small, industrial community in Pennsylvania when a dam broke without warning and killed more than two thousand people.

"Use the scientific method to learn how experts predict floods and other natural disasters"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about floods, discussing causes, how to control the water, people who help, and how to stay safe.

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

When flood waters submerge their New Orleans neighborhood in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, a young cornet player and his parents evacuate their home and struggle to survive and stay together.

Eleven-year-old Barry Hunter and his family attempt to ride out Hurricane Katrina at home in the Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans when his little sister gets ill, but when the levees break, Barry gets swept away from his family.

Describes floods and how meteorologists use cloud movement, tools, and technology to predict the weather.

An illustrated exploration of floods that discusses why they occur, the benefits and problems of them, preparations, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.