In many parts of the world, earthquakes are a fact of life. From slight tremors to destructive quakes measuring above 5.5 on the Richter scale, earthquakes all start the same way. Readers explore the causes and effects of earthquakes throughout this book, studying recent major earthquakes that have happened around the world along the way. Presented in an exciting news magazine style complete with splashy headlines and eyewitness accounts of devastating...

"A discussion of ice storms, describing their characteristics, patterns of occurrence, and impacts. Features descriptions of significant ice storms and other freezing events from history"--

The author, a Pulitzer-winning columnist for the Times-Picayune, chronicles the horrific aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in his collection of candid essays.

"Our planet can be violent and destructive. Volcanoes erupt, sending out clouds of ash and rivers of molten lava. Earthquakes shake up the land, destroying buildings and sparking destructive fires. Tsunamis--enormous ocean waves--crash onto the shore, devastating coastal communities. This fascinating guide to natural disasters combines fact-packed, easy-to-read text with colorful and quirky illustrations. From earthquakes to volcanoes, it is an eye-opening...

"Tornado Alley ventures into the eye of the storm to examine nature's most destructive force: tornados. Learn about the twisters that literally scarred America, from the Natchez Tornado of 1840 to the Plainfield Disaster of 1990, and hear the incredible story of the Tri-State Tornado of 1925, which killed nearly 700 people. Experts also reveal the latest advances in tornado detection, which help limit the stunning losses these meteorological terrors...

When landslides and avalanches happen, they leave a trail of destruction in their paths. Readers get a front row seat to these natural disasters and learn how they affect wildlife, plant life, and humans. Essential earth science topics are made accessible through this engaging and educational look at two natural disasters that can drastically change the way the earth looks.

The ground begins to shake and dishes rattle on the shelves. It's an earthquake. Readers will learn why and where quakes happen and how scientists measure them. This important earth science topic is covered in rich detail with full-color photographs and helpful diagrams. After reading this book, students will have a better understanding of how people stay safe before, during, and after an earthquake hits. STEM and engineering topics from the Next...

Witness the terrifying reality of disasters with compelling stories told through the eyes of those who were there. From the devasting mine collapse in Chile, to a California town crushed by a debris flow, a destructive earthquake in Nepal, and a ship that sinks in a hurricane, we reveal how these events unfolded and how split-second decisions make the difference between life and death.