Presents an introduction to natural disasters, in simple text with illustrations, describing some that have occurred in various places throughout the world, including the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D., the Yellow River flood in 1887, and the Australian bush fires in 1983.
understanding the science of hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, heat waves, snow storms, global warming and other atmospheric disturbances
Mogil, H. Michael
2007
Explains the science behind extreme weather events including hurricanes, floods, tidal waves, tornadoes, severe winds, and heat waves. Also describes weather patterns, cycles, and the factors that are conducive to different types of weather events.
Describes dangerous and destructive weather conditions around the world, such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning, hail, and drought with photographs, historical background, and legends.
After an earthquake destroys California and a tsunami wrecks the luxury cruise ship where he is a summer employee, high schooler Shy confronts another deadly surprise.
Some of the planets most destructive forces including earthquakes and volcanic activity are caused by the same factors that helped shape much of the Earth as it is today. Plate tectonics, movement of the Earth's outer layers, can occur in a number of different ways and produce a range of results, some minor and others far more devastating.
investigating the worst man-made and natural disasters
Hayes, William
2011
An illustrated overview of natural and man-made disasters that have occurred since 1900, examining the science behind the Deepwater Horizon explosion and oil spill of 2010, the crash of Air France Flight 447, the sinking of the SS "Andrea Doria," tornadoes, tsunamis, and other events, and suggesting ways to prevent similar occurrences.
An illustrated guide to the large-scale natural disasters that affect life on Earth, both globally and locally, providing clear descriptions of all types of hazards and the threats they pose.
Describes the causes and study of twelve sorts of geologic hazards including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, and drought, discussing the conditions under which they occur and listing further resources on each.
