by Chambers, Catherine,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Wild weather Published by : Heinemann Library, (Chicago, Ill. :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm. Subject(s): Hurricanes. | Hurricanes --Physiological effect. Year : 2002
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Serial Data | Published | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliot River Elementary School | 551.5 CHA | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 32) and index.
What is a hurricane? -- Where do hurricanes happen? -- What makes the wind blow? -- Why do hurricanes happen? -- Measuring hurricanes? -- Harmful hurricanes 1 -- Harmful hurricanes 2 -- Helpful hurricanes -- Getting ready -- Coping with hurricanes (humans) -- Coping with hurricanes (animals) -- Coping with hurricanes (plants) -- To the rescue.
Describes how hurricanes are formed, how they are measured, the harmful and beneficial effects of these storms, and their impact on humans, animals, and plants.