Natural Disasters

Marc Notes: This book will provide background natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and tornados. It will explain how these natural events occur and what have been the most significant events during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The title will also look at the emergency response actions that were taken as a result of the disasters and what actions were taken ahead of disasters to prevent loss of life and limit damage to property--Provided by publisher. Publisher Marketing: This book will cover global natural disasters that have occurred over the last twenty years. Not only will it provide some background on the disaster, but it will provide what actions were taken as a result of the disaster and whether those actions improv; Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that stir public debate; this series provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issues of the day.; Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion. Full-color photographs, maps, and charts enhance volumes in Contributor Bio:  Gale B01