thunderstorms

Provides information and safety tips relating to lightning and thunderstorms.

Explains the formation and activity of various kinds of thunderstorms as well as the electrical and physical properties of lightning. Includes a chapter on safety during storms.

Explains what thunderstorms are and where and why they occur, and discusses how people prepare for and cope with intense wind, rain, thunder, and lightning.

Discusses thunderstorms and areas where they are most prevalent, the damage they can inflict, some specific thunderstorms in history, and explains how to survive this type of weather event.

A little girl is comforted by her mother during a thunderstorm and she in turn comforts the family dog.

Chicks, kittens, and bees play in the summer sunshine until a thunderstorm interupts their idyllic day.

As Ben bales the freshly cut hay on his farm and nearby animals hunt for food for their young, the right weather conditions create a raging thunderstorm that moves swiftly toward them.

Provides an overview of how clouds turn into thunderstorms. Describes how clouds form, different types of clouds, and what causes lightning and thunder. Also discusses storm safety. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

Presents the science of lightning and thunderstorms, including dangers and safety precautions.

Describes the animal and plant life in a desert in the American Southwest and the effects of a short but violent thunderstorm.