hurricanes

A collection of essays summarizing the impact and science of hurricanes on the Texas coast, providing an overview of the scientific, societal, and economic challenges with maps, charts, and photographs, and including steps to be taken to prepare for future storms.

Discusses a catastrophic event and its devastating effects on society with a time line of events before, during, and after the disaster.

Chronicles the devastating impact Hurricane Katrina had on the city of New Orleans, describing the experiences of the city's residents who were forced to endure dangerous conditions as the city's leaders struggled to maintain order and begin the enormous rebuilding process.

Outlines the science of hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones, presenting the Saffir-Simpson Scale; describes December 1974's Cyclone Tracy, August 1991's Hurricane Andrew, and October 2004's Typhoon Tokage; and explains how to stay safe when one of these storms is coming.

Explains what causes hurricanes and describes the devastation that was caused by Hurricane Floyd, one of the worst hurricanes in history.

Discusses hurricanes, covering how they are formed, how they are named, parts of a hurricane, historic hurricanes, and more.

Looks at Hurricane Katrina as a turning point in the history of the United States, describes the effects of the storm which struck New Orleans and coastal areas of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama on August 29, 2005, and discusses the lessons learned about how to respond to disasters.

Provides information about the causes, conduct, and consequences of thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, hailstorms, and other types of wild weather, looks at some of history's worst weather, and includes safety tips.

Looks at the weather phenomena known as a hurricane, explaining what hurricanes are, where and why they occur, and what conditions are like during a hurricane, and discusses how people prepare for and cope with these huge storms.

Explains how hurricanes start and what effects they have on the environment.