hurricanes

A look at hurricanes, covering how they form and are named, safety, categories, and more.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of cyclonic systems as they appear in science, history, and culture; and includes maps, chronologies, photographs, and comments from first-hand observers of hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones.

Discusses Hurricane Katrina, which struck the United States' Gulf Coast in 2005, killing nearly 2,000 people and causing widespread devastation.

While salvaging and rebuilding in the aftermath of the Galveston flood of 1900, sixteen-year-old Seth proves himself in a way that his previous efforts never could, but he still must face his father man-to-man.

Introduces young readers to how hurricanes form, where they most often occur, and what readers should do to stay safe if they find themselves in a hurricane watch.

"In a narrative nonfiction format, follows people who experienced Hurricane Katrina"--Provided by publisher.

Shep the German shepherd is confused when his family leaves him behind when a hurricane forces them to evacuate, but after his food runs out another dog convinces him to explore the city which is full of adventure and danger.

"A 38-year-old American interior designer based in London and her independent-minded 74-year-old architect mother; a British investment banker in New York to see his ex-wife and young children; a resident ER doctor who experienced Hurricane Sandy when she was a medical student; two young men, 21-year-old NYU students; their friends; and others are thrust together when a major hurricane descends upon New York City and wreaks unimaginable chaos and devastation. Yet through the darkness, these characters form unlikely new friendships and together, manage to find hope and revitalization"--Provided by publisher.

Julia, having decided to go to New Orleans with her youth group in order to get away from her messy life, meets Miles and spends the night dancing under the stars and sharing secrets. But, when a hurricane hits, Julia is forced to face reality.

Readers hear stories from survivors of the devastating hurricane that struck the U.S. Gulf Coast in August 2005.