Awesome Forces of Nature

Natural disasters can be swift and deadly, but human effort can lessen the casualties. Through case studies from around the world, these books on destructive natural events emphasize their impact on people, the role of emergency services, and theMoreNatural disasters can be swift and deadly, but human effort can lessen the casualties. Through case studies from around the world, these books on destructive natural events emphasize their impact on people, the role of emergency services, and the work of scientists in forecasting and preventing future tragedies. Each disaster is also explored in the context of a larger natural system or process.