Ocean Storm Alert looks at how whirlpools, tidal waves, and tsunamis start, and their effect on people at sea and in coastal areas. Other topics include- famous storms throughout history and the recovery afterward- Doppler radar and other technology- techniques to stay safe and how to avoid unsafe weather- their physical and geographical patternsA timely new book on Hurricane Katrina has been added to this spectacular series which puts young readers right in the center of disasters. Each book explains the science behind the forces in nature as well as man-made forces that create catastrophic events. Fascinating text and astonishing photographs highlight- some of history's most devastating disasters- the types of destruction these events cause and how they affect peoples' lives- the people who study, forecast, and observe them- how to stay safe during a natural disaster and what goes into an emergency kit- a simple activity or suggestion for observation