Hurricanes

In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States. With powerful wind gusts, many inches of rain, and a deadly storm surge, the massive hurricane flooded large swaths of New Orleans. In HURRICANES: THE SCIENCE BEHIND KILLER STORMS the authors examine with step-by-step detail how these natural disasters develop, the scientific methods used to track and predict them, and the measures families should take to protect themselves.

Dr. Alvin Silverstein is a professor of biology at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York. Virginia Silverstein translates scientific Russian and is a professional author. Together they have written more than 150 books for young people. Laura Silverstein Nunn has coauthored more than thirty books with her parents.

Katrina Hits New Orleans	p. 4
The Weather Machine	p. 10
Understanding Hurricanes	p. 16
When a Hurricane Hits	p. 24
Tracking Hurricanes	p. 32
Staying Safe	p. 38
Chapter Notes	p. 43
Glossary	p. 46
Further Reading & Internet Addresses	p. 47
Index	p. 48
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