Books in Angry Earth series

A giant wave of water is so powerful and savage that it can tear houses off foundations, uproot trees, and easily sweep people away. Tsunamis are truly frightening and destructive natural disasters. Readers will read about how these waves of water form and see photographs of damage from the worst tsunamis in history. Theyll also learn about advances in science that may help protect people from tsunamis in the future.

Powerful winds, blinding snow, and freezing temperatures are the hazardous combination of a severe blizzard. This book guides readers through the conditions needed for a blizzard to occur, discusses the many dangers that blow in with blizzards, and describes some of the most terrible snowstorms in history. Amazing photographs of record snowfalls will astound readers.

Flooding is a common occurrence in nature, but extensive flooding can cause millions of dollars in damage and can be deadly. Floods occur everywhere rain falls, even deserts. Readers will trace the origins of floods, from the formation of rain clouds to the fast-rising waters of a flash flood. Theyll witness the destructive capabilities of water through powerful photos. Perhaps most importantly, theyll learn what to do to stay safe during a flood.

The terrible damage caused by tornadoes has been a focus of many newspapers and TV news programs. Tornadoes strike quickly, violently, and almost everywhere on Earth. The United States has more tornadoes each year than any other country. One part of the nation experiences tornadoes so often its called Tornado Alley. In this book, readers will learn how tornadoes are formed and what to do when a tornado warning is issued. Theyll see astonishing photographs of twisters and the destruction that these terrifying winds can cause.

Some earthquakes are so powerful they change the landscape. Many are so weak people cant feel them. Even with advances in science, seismologists still cant accurately predict when an earthquake will strike. However, we now know a lot more about where an earthquake is likely to occur. In this book, readers will learn about plate tectonics, faults, and seismic waves. Theyll read about historic earthquakes, see photographs of the aftermath, and learn how to prepare for an earthquakes mighty tremors.

Each year during hurricane season, people near Hurricane Alley in the Atlantic Ocean brace themselves. They watch weather reports tracking tropical storms and hope the storms dont develop into full-blown hurricanes. With wind speeds often reaching more than 100 miles (161 km) per hour and carrying massive amounts of rain, hurricanes blow in windows, uproot trees, snap power lines, and cause massive flooding. In this book, readers will learn how hurricanes form and how to protect themselves from the many dangers.