natural disasters

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natural disasters

Wildfires

2024
Deadly fires wreak havoc around the world. We try to prevent fires and fight them to keep people and property safe.

Tornadoes

2024
When the sky gets dark and a bad thunderstorm turns into something more, it's time to take cover. Tornadoes are swirling funnels that can cause lots of damage. Check out how they form and how we can keep safe.

Hurricanes

2024
Hurricane season blows in every summer and fall. Weather conditions are perfect for these windy and rainy storms. We know they happen every year. Find out how we can prepare and keep safe.

Floods

2024
Major storms lead to too much water on the ground, causing floods. Location matters! Predicting and preparing for floods helps people stay safe and recover from disaster.

Earthquakes

2024
Everything around you starts shaking. It's confusing and scary. But what is it? When tectonic plates collide, earthquakes happen. Shake it up with some safety tips.

Blizzards

2024
Winter storms bring snow, winds, and freezing temperatures. They can be pretty, but also dangerous! Learn how blizzards happen and how we can keep safe and warm.

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Learn all about earthquakes and tsunamis. Find out how they form, where they are most likely to happen and how scientists study them through diagrams and case studies.

Survival scout

2024
Scout endures an earthquake and a tsunami and explains how to survive these natural disasters.

Droughts

2023
This guide to droughts discusses the different kinds, how they happen, and what people can do to protect themselves and the Earth. Also includes resources.

Droughts

2025
"This transitional reader title gives information about how and why droughts happen and their effects"--Provided by publisher.

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