It S A Tsunami
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It S A Tsunami
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Author : Nadia Higgins
language : en
Publisher: ABDO Publishing Company
Release Date : 2010-01-01
It S A Tsunami written by Nadia Higgins and has been published by ABDO Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Woosh! Crash! Shush! It's a tsunami! Bring the weather indoors with this brightly illustrated series. Easy-to-read text explains the how tsunamis form, how scientists track them, and the damage a tsunami can cause. Diagrams, tsunami facts, and a glossary provide additional information for use in classrooms. A perfect supplement to your library's weather collection. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-3.
The Asian Tsunami
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Author : S. K. Jayasuriya
language : en
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Release Date : 2010-01-01
The Asian Tsunami written by S. K. Jayasuriya and has been published by Edward Elgar Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-01 with Science categories.
The 2004 Asian tsunami was the greatest natural disaster in recent times. Almost 230,000 people died. In response, governments in Asia and the broader international community announced large aid programs. The resulting assistance effort was one of the largest humanitarian programs ever organised in the developing world. This book discusses the lessons of the aid effort for disaster protection policy in developing countries.
The Science Of A Tsunami
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Author : Robin Koontz
language : en
Publisher: Cherry Lake
Release Date : 2015-08-01
The Science Of A Tsunami written by Robin Koontz and has been published by Cherry Lake this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
This book discusses the science behind tsunamis. The chapters describe destructive tsunamis and their aftermath, explain why tsunamis occur, and explore scientists' efforts to predict these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
Sweeping Tsunamis
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Author : Louise Spilsbury
language : en
Publisher: Raintree
Release Date : 2012-06-15
Sweeping Tsunamis written by Louise Spilsbury and has been published by Raintree this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
What is the difference between a tsunami and a tidal wave? Who helps people affected by tsunamis? How can people prepare for tsunamis? Can tsunamis be predicted? Case studies of recent tsunamis, including the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, are examin
The Indian Ocean Tsunami
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Author : Pradyumna Prasad Karan
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Release Date : 2011-01-01
The Indian Ocean Tsunami written by Pradyumna Prasad Karan and has been published by University Press of Kentucky this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-01-01 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
December 2004, a tsunami swept over the coasts of Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, and other South Asian countries, leaving hundreds of thousands dead and many more without the resources to rebuild their lives. With casualties as far away as Africa, the aftermath was overwhelming: ships could be spotted miles inland; cars floated in the ocean; legions of the unidentified deadùan estimated 225,000ùwere buried in mass graves; relief organizations struggled to reach rural areas and provide adequate aid to survivors. The Indian Ocean Tsunami: The Global Response to a Natural Disaster is the first comprehensive assessment of the environmental, social, and economic costs of this tragedy. Soon after the tsunami, an international team of geographers, geologists, anthropologists, and political scientists traveled to the most damaged areas to observe and document the tsunami's impact. The Indian Ocean Tsunami draws on data collected by this team. Editors Pradyumna P. Karan and Shanmugam P. Subbiah, along with contributors from multiple disciplines, examine numerous issues that arose in the aftermath of the tsunami, such as inequities in response efforts, unequal distribution of disaster relief aid, and relocation and housing problems. The Indian Ocean Tsunami is organized into several sections, the first of which deals with the ecological destruction of the tsunami. It includes case studies and photographs of the damage in Japan, Indonesia, South India, and other areas. The second section analyzes the economic and social aspects of the aid responses, specifically discussing the role of NGOs in tsunami relief, the strengths and weaknesses of the reconstruction process, and the lessons the tsunami offers to those who are responsible for dealing with future disasters. In the tsunami's aftermath, the inadequacies of governmental and privately funded aid and the challenge of rehabilitating devastated ecosystems quickly became apparent. With this volume, Karan and Suhbiah illuminate the need for the development of efficient, socially and environmentally sustainable practices to cope with environmental disasters. They suggest that education about the ongoing process of recovery will mitigate the effects of future natural disasters. Including maps, photographs, and statistical analyses, The Indian Ocean Tsunami is a clear and definitive evaluation of the tsunami's impact and the world's response to it.
How Does An Earthquake Become A Tsunami
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Author : Linda Tagliaferro
language : en
Publisher: Raintree Publishers
Release Date : 2010
How Does An Earthquake Become A Tsunami written by Linda Tagliaferro and has been published by Raintree Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Earthquakes categories.
This series explains complex geographical and scientific processes through everyday examples. Uses clear diagrams to help explain processes.
Tsunami
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Author : Susan Blackhall
language : en
Publisher: Taj Books
Release Date : 2006-02-01
Tsunami written by Susan Blackhall and has been published by Taj Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-02-01 with History categories.
With the cruellest of timings, the Tsunami of 2004 struck when the world was full of hope for a New Year. Plans were being made for the future, loved ones and families were warm in each other's company, and friends were revelling in the exotic atmosphere of Southeast Asia. Nothing should have marred the spirit of Christmas. Nothing should have blighted paradise. But then the wave came... On Boxing Day, as a new morning dawned for those in Southeast Asia, and as those across the globe enjoyed the feelgood factor of that special time of year. The seabed cracked, and the forces of earth and sea killed tens of thousands and destroyed the lives of millions in their angry wake. No-one will forget the images of the dead or the dying and the devastation. For many, all those thoughts for the future were now gone -- crushed in moments, without warning. The 2004 Tsunami was the deadliest in recorded history. The earthquake that preceded it was the fourth worst since 1900. It was, many in the region believed, the work of the devil when God had turned his back for a moment. We must never forget the events of December 2004. We must never forget the aftermath and its far-reaching consequences. Above all, we must never forget how human strength and compassion shines through when there is the greatest need. For, in an unprecedented response, the world became a powerful ally to relieve suffering and restore hope. People gave in all ways, through their hearts, through their prayers and through their presence in the stricken areas. Throughout the world, everyone from the youngest child to mightiest corporations made donations to the Tsunami Disaster Fund. In this book, we hope to provide a memorable record of The Tsunami as a humbling reminder to us all that ours is a very fragile world. It is dedicated to all those whose lives were touched by the disaster.
Tsunamis
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Author : Monika Davies
language : en
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
Release Date : 2020-12-15
Tsunamis written by Monika Davies and has been published by Enslow Publishing, LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
A tsunami is a series of powerful sea waves that can travel as fast as a commercial jet and sweep people and even buildings away. With approachable text, fascinating sidebars, and diagrams that provide a memorable introduction to Earth science curricula, students will learn about the natural forces that cause these dangerous waves to form. Vivid photographs will keep readers captivated as they learn about the destruction that the worst tsunamis in history caused. Students will learn how scientific research is helping people find better ways to prepare for this dangerous natural disaster.
Tsunami
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Author : Walter C. Dudley
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1998-11-01
Tsunami written by Walter C. Dudley and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-11-01 with Nature categories.
On April 1, 1946, shortly after sunrise, the town of Hilo on the island of Hawai'i was devastated by a series of giant waves. Traveling 2,300 miles from the Aleutian Islands in less than five hours, the waves struck without warning and claimed 159 lives. Fourteen years later, on May 22, 1960, a massive earthquake occurred off of the coast of Chile. The earthquake generated giant waves that sped across the Pacific at 442 miles per hour, reaching Hilo in just fifteen hours. The first wave to hit the town was a modest four feet higher than normal, the second nine feet. Before the third wave could arrive, a tidal phenomenon known as a bore smashed into the Hilo bayfront, with thirty-five foot waves that wrenched buildings off their foundations. That day several city blocks were swept clean of all structures and 61 people died. The first edition of Tsunami!, published in 1988, provided readers with a complete examination of the tsunami phenomenon in Hawai'i. This second edition adds many eyewitness accounts of the tsunamis of 1946 and 1960 and expands its coverage to include major tsunamis in the Mediterranean and off the coasts of Japan, Chile, Indonesia, Fiji, Alaska, California, Newfoundland, and the Caribbean, as well as the 1998 devastation in Papua New Guinea. Dramatic photographs and accounts of experiencing a tsunami firsthand are placed within the framework of the how and why of tsunamis, our scientific understanding of these phenomena, and the current status of the Tsunami Warning System, which is widely used to forecast and measure tsunamis and prepare coastal areas for potentially deadly tsunami strikes.
Survive A Tsunami
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Author : Patrick Perish
language : en
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Release Date : 2016-08-01
Survive A Tsunami written by Patrick Perish and has been published by Bellwether Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Tsunamis make headlines around the world for their damage and destruction. What should you do if a killer wave is coming your way? Learn about tsunami preparations and procedures in this instructive title.