floods

Examines the science behind floods and mudslides, including what causes them, their devastating effects, and how to stay safe during a flood. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

Examines the events surrounding the Memorial Day 1889 Johnstown Flood in Pennsylvania, the human factors that contributed to the destruction and death, and more.

Chronicles the events surrounding the Great Molasses Flood, during which a large storage tank burst in a Boston neighborhood in 1919 and caused a deadly wave of molasses to flood the streets.

Introduces the individuals who risk their lives to rescue animals from floods when disasters strike, and details numerous true stories about these rescues.

Explains what causes floods, how the United States prepares for them, the destruction they leave behind, and the flooding that occurred after Hurricane Katrina.

Chronicles the 1993 Mississippi River flood, which was one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history. Describes what causes rivers to flood, and describes the damage caused by this flood.

Photographs and text provide an introduction to the animals, wildlife, and people who live near the Amazon river.

Presents an introduction to floods and mudslides, in simple text with illustrations, including information how they happen, what causes them, and describes the damage they can inflict.

Explains the science behind floods, discussing how, why, and where they occur, considering the cost of floods, and looking at significant floods of the past.

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