Nature in the news

Presents a brief description of the earthquake that struck Pakistan in October, 2005, that left thousands dead and millions homeless.

Presents a brief study of the December 2004 tsunami that struck Southeast Asia, and describes how tsunamis are formed, their destructive forces, and the aftermath.

Describes what wildfires are, how they can get started, how to prevent wildfires, and the people who fight them.

Examines the effects of Hurricane Katrina which hit parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama in August of 2005; and contains a number of facts about hurricanes.