hurricanes

Describes the characteristics of hurricanes, offers insight into the experiences of various children who have survived these natural disasters, and identifies areas of devastation on maps.

A family describes in humorous rhyme the impact of hurricanes, from Alvin through Zack, on their city where hurricane season never ends.

Describes hurricanes, how they form, and the damage they cause. Presented in English and Spanish.

Through satellite images, Doppler radar, and storm footage, this program examines hurricanes and tornadoes; how they form and the destruction they cause.

Explores the causes and effects of storms and hurricanes, discussing topics such as weather patterns, methods of monitoring and tracking storms, shelters, and techniques for reducing the devastating effects of violent weather. Includes illustrations, photographs, and maps.

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.

Draws from newspaper accounts, archival sources, and interviews with survivors to provide an account of the hurricane that swept up the Atlantic coast in September 1938, discussing the swiftness with which the storm hit, and the devastation it left in its wake.

Contains third person accounts of people who survived hurricanes throughout history, explains what hurricanes are, and includes photographs, a glossary, and a list of related organizations.

When a severe hurricane hits Texas, seventh-grader Izzy MacKenzie is in the wrong place.