Natural disasters

Describes what causes floods, the damage they can leave, and how they are prevented.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to earthquakes and what causes them.

"This photo-illustrated book describes tornados, or as they are known in other parts of the world, cyclones. Explains how tornados are formed, how they are predicted, what can be done to stay safe in areas prone to tornados"--Provided by publisher.

Explains why and where earthquakes happen and their effect on cities.

Explains why floods occur, describes the disastrous effects of flooding, and discusses methods of flood prevention and control.

Illustrations and text introduce tsunamis, from what they are, to their history, causes, and prediction.

Looks at the causes, locations, history, and all-time records of earthquakes.

Wildfires are one of the deadliest disasters in the world. A wildfire is a large, fierce fire capable of burning millions of acres. Unlike other natural disasters, people are often the cause of wildfires..

Tsunamis are one of the deadliest natural disasters in the world. Large waves caused by the sudden movement of the ocean floor are called tsunamis. These waves can travel across the ocean at speeds up to 500 miles per hour. Tsunamis cannot be predicted or prevented.