Author: Reed Timmer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101444371
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
An eye-of-the-hurricane view of storm chasing from the star of the Discovery Channel hit series Storm Chasers. Only one in ten chases actually intercept a tornado-unless you're Reed Timmer. The thrill-seeking meteorologist and star of Storm Chasers has followed and faced down more violent tornadoes than anyone. Into the Storm brings readers into the mind of this man and his mission—collecting data on tornadoes and hurricanes that could save lives—in the terrifying, awe-inspiring world of big weather. Into the Storm is also a fascinating look at the science of weather—what causes extreme conditions, its connection to climate change, and how a tornado gets its stovepipe structure.
Into the Storm
Author: Reed Timmer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101444371
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
An eye-of-the-hurricane view of storm chasing from the star of the Discovery Channel hit series Storm Chasers. Only one in ten chases actually intercept a tornado-unless you're Reed Timmer. The thrill-seeking meteorologist and star of Storm Chasers has followed and faced down more violent tornadoes than anyone. Into the Storm brings readers into the mind of this man and his mission—collecting data on tornadoes and hurricanes that could save lives—in the terrifying, awe-inspiring world of big weather. Into the Storm is also a fascinating look at the science of weather—what causes extreme conditions, its connection to climate change, and how a tornado gets its stovepipe structure.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101444371
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
An eye-of-the-hurricane view of storm chasing from the star of the Discovery Channel hit series Storm Chasers. Only one in ten chases actually intercept a tornado-unless you're Reed Timmer. The thrill-seeking meteorologist and star of Storm Chasers has followed and faced down more violent tornadoes than anyone. Into the Storm brings readers into the mind of this man and his mission—collecting data on tornadoes and hurricanes that could save lives—in the terrifying, awe-inspiring world of big weather. Into the Storm is also a fascinating look at the science of weather—what causes extreme conditions, its connection to climate change, and how a tornado gets its stovepipe structure.
Tornadoes and Hurricanes!
Author: Cy Armour
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 9781433336140
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Explores tornadoes and hurricanes, discussing their causes, what happens during them, where they frequently take place, and how to remain safe if they occur.
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 9781433336140
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Explores tornadoes and hurricanes, discussing their causes, what happens during them, where they frequently take place, and how to remain safe if they occur.
Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Lightning, Nature's Most Violent Storms: a Preparedness Guide, Including Tornado Safety Information for Schools
Author: National Weather Service (U.S.)
Publisher: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
ISBN: 9780160924262
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
This illustrated guide showcases some facts about weather-related events and suggests life-saving actions you can take, if you find yourself in an unexpected situation resulting from a weather-related event. The goal of this booklet is to present you with details on how to recognize severe weather, be aware of your surroundings, and to encourage you to develop a plan to be ready to act when threatening weather approaches. Here is a bird's eye-view of the weather-related events that are covered in this guide with a few short facts about each that are also presented in the guide. Lightning... ¦ Causes an average of 55-60 fatalities and 400 injuries each year ¦ Occurs with all thunderstorms ¦ Costs more than $1 billion in insured losses each year Tornadoes... ¦ Cause an average of 60-65 fatalities and 1,500 injuries each year ¦ Can produce wind speeds in excess of 200 mph ¦ Can be 1 mile wide and stay on the ground over 50 miles Straight-line Winds... ¦ Can exceed 125 mph ¦ Can cause destruction equal to a tornado ¦ Are extremely dangerous to aviation Flash Floods and Floods... ¦ Are the #1 cause of deaths associated with thunderstorms, more than 90 fatalities each year Hail... ¦ Can be larger than a softball (5 inches in diameter) ¦ Causes more than $1 billion in crop and property damage each year Some helpful tips included in this guide include how quickly these weather-events can result to a devastating situation. Therefore, it emphasizes that by having a plan in place prior to the event that is practiced from time to time, will allow response actions to be positive rather than stressful. This resource also provides guidance on the type of items that should be included in an Emergency Supply Kit for use at home, office, school, or place of business. There is also a special section dedicated to schools and working with children during an unexpected weather emergency. This school section also includes proper inspections and maintenance of buildings, and recommends emergency drills to practice the school safety plans with children including handling of disabled personnel and/or children.
Publisher: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
ISBN: 9780160924262
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
This illustrated guide showcases some facts about weather-related events and suggests life-saving actions you can take, if you find yourself in an unexpected situation resulting from a weather-related event. The goal of this booklet is to present you with details on how to recognize severe weather, be aware of your surroundings, and to encourage you to develop a plan to be ready to act when threatening weather approaches. Here is a bird's eye-view of the weather-related events that are covered in this guide with a few short facts about each that are also presented in the guide. Lightning... ¦ Causes an average of 55-60 fatalities and 400 injuries each year ¦ Occurs with all thunderstorms ¦ Costs more than $1 billion in insured losses each year Tornadoes... ¦ Cause an average of 60-65 fatalities and 1,500 injuries each year ¦ Can produce wind speeds in excess of 200 mph ¦ Can be 1 mile wide and stay on the ground over 50 miles Straight-line Winds... ¦ Can exceed 125 mph ¦ Can cause destruction equal to a tornado ¦ Are extremely dangerous to aviation Flash Floods and Floods... ¦ Are the #1 cause of deaths associated with thunderstorms, more than 90 fatalities each year Hail... ¦ Can be larger than a softball (5 inches in diameter) ¦ Causes more than $1 billion in crop and property damage each year Some helpful tips included in this guide include how quickly these weather-events can result to a devastating situation. Therefore, it emphasizes that by having a plan in place prior to the event that is practiced from time to time, will allow response actions to be positive rather than stressful. This resource also provides guidance on the type of items that should be included in an Emergency Supply Kit for use at home, office, school, or place of business. There is also a special section dedicated to schools and working with children during an unexpected weather emergency. This school section also includes proper inspections and maintenance of buildings, and recommends emergency drills to practice the school safety plans with children including handling of disabled personnel and/or children.
Tornado God
Author: Peter J. Thuesen
Publisher:
ISBN: 0190680288
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
One of the earliest sources of humanity's religious impulse was severe weather, which ancient peoples attributed to the wrath of storm gods. Enlightenment thinkers derided such beliefs as superstition, but in America, scientific and theological hubris came face-to-face with the tornado, nature's most violent windstorm. In this groundbreaking history, Peter J. Thuesen traces the primal connections between weather and religion in the United States. He shows that tornadoes and other storms have repeatedly drawn Americans into the profoundest of religious mysteries and confronted them with the question of their own destiny--how much is self-determined and how much is beyond human understanding or control.
Publisher:
ISBN: 0190680288
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
One of the earliest sources of humanity's religious impulse was severe weather, which ancient peoples attributed to the wrath of storm gods. Enlightenment thinkers derided such beliefs as superstition, but in America, scientific and theological hubris came face-to-face with the tornado, nature's most violent windstorm. In this groundbreaking history, Peter J. Thuesen traces the primal connections between weather and religion in the United States. He shows that tornadoes and other storms have repeatedly drawn Americans into the profoundest of religious mysteries and confronted them with the question of their own destiny--how much is self-determined and how much is beyond human understanding or control.
Hurricanes and Twisters
Author: Robert Irving
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780590412292
Category : Hurricanes
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Answers questions about hurricanes and tornadoes.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780590412292
Category : Hurricanes
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Answers questions about hurricanes and tornadoes.
Tornado!
Author: Judith Bloom Fradin
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426307799
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Contains first-hand accounts of tornadoes in the United States, explains why and how tornadoes happen, and discusses ways to stay safe.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426307799
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Contains first-hand accounts of tornadoes in the United States, explains why and how tornadoes happen, and discusses ways to stay safe.
Erased by a Tornado!
Author: Jessica Rudolph
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1936087529
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Explains the causes and characteristics of tornadoes and scientific advances in storm prediction.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1936087529
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Explains the causes and characteristics of tornadoes and scientific advances in storm prediction.
The Tornado
Author: T. P. Grazulis
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806135380
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
A guide to tornado formation and lifecycle also covers such topics as forecasting, wind speeds, tornado myths, tornado safety, risks, and records, along with accounts of the deadliest tornadoes in the United States.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806135380
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
A guide to tornado formation and lifecycle also covers such topics as forecasting, wind speeds, tornado myths, tornado safety, risks, and records, along with accounts of the deadliest tornadoes in the United States.
Do Tornadoes Really Twist?
Author: Melvin Berger
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780606195553
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides answers to a variety of questions about tornadoes and hurricanes, including Where do most tornadoes strike, and How long do hurricanes last?
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780606195553
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides answers to a variety of questions about tornadoes and hurricanes, including Where do most tornadoes strike, and How long do hurricanes last?
Tornadoes
Author: Seymour Simon
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781536407969
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this updated and revised edition of Tornadoes, award-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives readers an in-depth look at these captivating and powerful storms through fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. Readers will learn all
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781536407969
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this updated and revised edition of Tornadoes, award-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives readers an in-depth look at these captivating and powerful storms through fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. Readers will learn all