natural disasters

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natural disasters

1906 San Francisco earthquake

Presents an analysis of the earthquake that hit San Francisco on April 18, 1906, looking at the damage done by the quake as well as the resulting firestorm, and discussing the looming threat of future earthquakes in the area.

Super surprising trivia about natural disasters

"Think you know a lot about natural disasters? Prepare to know even more about hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and more. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this . . . book of natural disaster trivia"--Provided by publisher.

Eyewitness natural disasters

Explores the forces that shape the planet and the lives of its inhabitants. Rare footage captures the violence of natural disasters, from hurricanes to volcanoes.

Earthquakes

Illustrations and text introduce earthquakes, from their history and causes, to how they are measured and where they occur.

Volcanoes

Describes volcanoes, how they form, and the damage they cause.

Tornadoes

Describes tornadoes, how they form, and the tools scientists use to predict them.

Tsunamis

Describes tsunamis, how they occur, and the damage they cause.

Hurricanes

Describes hurricanes, how they form, and the damage they cause.

Avalanches

Describes avalanches, how they occur, and the damage they cause.

Earthquakes

Describes earthquakes, how they occur, and the damage they cause.

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