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Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"In March 2011 the worlds second-largest nuclear disaster occurred on the eastern coast of Japan. A 9.0-magnitude earthquake caused a nearly 50-foot tsunami that flooded the Fukushima nuclear power plant. The devastating tidal wave caused equipment failures that led the nuclear reactors to overheat to the point of meltdown. Dangerous radioactive materials released into the air continue to threaten the health of the ocean and people around the world...
14) Wildfire alert!
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Explains the ingredients needed to start a fire, what causes wildfires, the destruction they cause, and what can be done to reduce the loss of life and property.
16) Superstorm Sandy
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"By the time Sandy had hit New York City on October 22, 2012, it had left a trail of death and destruction across the Caribbean and the eastern seaboard of the United States. Affecting 24 U.S. states, Sandy is the second-costliest superstorm in United States history. This informative book follows the timeline of the superstorm and features personal accounts by those who experienced the destruction in many New York City and New Jersey neighborhoods....
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Disasters certainly seem to be on the rise, from hurricanes and massive flooding, to tornadoes, earthquakes, and fires. This timely book looks at topics such as preparing disaster supply kits for homes and cars, learning how to use ham radios, reading maps, creating and practicing evacuation plans, setting up emergency contact people, and information about shelters. It also looks at different kinds of disasters and how to prepare for each one, as...
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