Kansas In The Heart Of Tornado Alley
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Kansas In The Heart Of Tornado Alley
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Author : Jay M. Price
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2011-11-28
Kansas In The Heart Of Tornado Alley written by Jay M. Price and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-11-28 with History categories.
Back in 1915, Snowden D. Flora of the US Weather Bureau wrote, “Kansas has been so commonly considered the tornado state of the country that the term ‘Kansas cyclone’ has almost become a part of the English language.” Flora’s words still seem to ring true. Whether called a twister, a tornado, a vortex, or cyclone, these catastrophic events have shaped lives in the Sunflower State for generations. Just a few destructive moments forever changed places such as Irving, Udall, Topeka, Andover, and Greensburg. Even before Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz helped equate the tornado with Kansas, the turbulent nature of local weather seemed to parallel an equally turbulent history, with the fury of people such as John Brown compared to a cyclone. Even if they have never seen a funnel cloud themselves, those who live in Kansas have come to accept the twister as a regular and always unpredictable neighbor.
Big Weather
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Author : Mark Svenvold
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan
Release Date : 2006-05-02
Big Weather written by Mark Svenvold and has been published by Macmillan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-05-02 with Nature categories.
The author profiles real tornadoes and severe weather patterns over six thousand miles of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska, known as Tornado Alley.
Inside Hurricanes And Tornadoes
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Author : Philip Steele
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2006-12-15
Inside Hurricanes And Tornadoes written by Philip Steele and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-12-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Explains what hurricanes and tornadoes are, describes the damage these powerful storms can do, and explains how scientists study the weather to predict such storms.
Funnel Vision
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Author : Chris Kridler
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-01-18
Funnel Vision written by Chris Kridler and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-18 with categories.
Kansas photographer Judy Hale loves to chase storms, but at the heart of her passion is a fear she longs to quell, born of the tornado that destroyed her childhood. Devil-may-care tornado researcher Jack Andreas wants nothing better than to forget the past in his dangerously close encounters with twisters. After meeting on a chase, Judy and Jack have dueling destinies as they cross paths with Judy's flirty sister Shannon; clueless storm-tour operator Brad Treat; geeky, likable chaser Robinson Marvell; and a bevy of other storm chasers pursuing the gorgeous, violent storms of Tornado Alley. Their stories intertwine as they chase the monster storm that forces Judy to confront her deepest fears and Jack to find the courage to face the ultimate twister. With action, humor, romance and rapturous skies, "Funnel Vision" takes you into the heart of Tornado Alley -- and the hearts and minds of the adventurers who populate the nomadic, exhilarating world of storm chasing.
Twister
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Author : Keay Davidson
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 1996
Twister written by Keay Davidson and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Nature categories.
The most dangerous and least understood atmospheric phenomenon, tornadoes are the subject of a upcoming Steven Spielberg thriller entitled Twister. Complete with spectacular close-up photos, this book explores the genesis of tornadoes and profiles the scientists who try to monitor them.
Running With The Buffaloes
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Author : Chris Lear
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2011-04-01
Running With The Buffaloes written by Chris Lear and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-04-01 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Top five Best Books About Running, Runner's World Magazine Top three Best Books About Running, readers of Runner's World Magazine (December 2009) A phenomenal portrait of courage and desire that will do for college cross-country what John Feinstein's A Season on the Brink did for college basketball.
Tornado Alley
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Author : Howard B. Bluestein
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2006
Tornado Alley written by Howard B. Bluestein and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Nature categories.
For scientists, amateur weather enthusiasts, or anyone intrigued or terrified by a darkening sky, this book provides not only a history of tornado research, but a vivid look into the origin of the storms. 67 color illustrations.
Tornado Hunter
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Author : Stefan Bechtel
language : en
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
Release Date : 2009-05-19
Tornado Hunter written by Stefan Bechtel and has been published by Disney Electronic Content this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-05-19 with Nature categories.
Like the deadly tornadoes it documents, this potent combination of high adventure and hard science is terrifyingly timely in our era of global warming and climate change. The Weather Channel, now America's most watched programming, has in recent years shown us a relentless series of hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, and eruptions killing thousands, turning millions into refugees, and leaving whole cities in shocked, shattered ruins. Of nature's weapons, tornadoes are among the most unforgiving, and here's an unforgettable portrait of these storms and one extraordinary man who challenged them—and produced the first-ever photographs snatched from a rampaging twister's black heart. Tornado chaser Tim Samaras, working with master storyteller Stefan Bechtel, author of Roar of the Heavens, has created a page-turner with narrative force and scientific substance. In the first of five you-are-there accounts, Tornado Hunter opens with a moment-by-moment description of the 2003 catastrophe that engulfed Manchester, South Dakota. The authors evoke the doomed town and its people; the dark menacing funnel; and Samaras's fearless advance into the whirlwind’s core to deploy the ingenious equipment he devised. They interweave the tornado chaser's passion, the fascinating science of the storms themselves, and six decades of progress in predicting and recording their onslaught—an art beholden to Samaras's own groundbreaking inventions. Tim Samaras's 2004 article in National Geographic became one of the most widely read in the magazine’s history. This powerful book is destined to blast its way onto bestseller lists everywhere.
Managing Children In Disasters
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Author : Jane A. Bullock
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2016-04-19
Managing Children In Disasters written by Jane A. Bullock and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-19 with Medical categories.
Each year, disasters such as house fires, car accidents, tsunamis, earthquakes, and hurricanes impact hundreds of thousands of children. Child victims can suffer disproportionately and the physical and psychological damage sustained can far outweigh the same effects in adults, often requiring years of therapy. Sadly, emergency planners to date have largely failed to adequately recognize and accommodate the particular requirements of children in times of disaster. Identify Needs Highlighting the infrastructure that supports children in a safe and secure community, Managing Children in Disasters begins by identifying the special needs of children, including physical security, emotional stability, family unity, and ongoing education. It looks at how hazard mitigation actions can reduce the long- term impact of a disaster on this infrastructure, and outlines the many steps that can be taken by parents, emergency managers, school officials, and child care providers to prepare for a future incident. Target Resources The book reviews what agencies and organizations can do to ensure that children are protected and families remain intact. It examines evacuation plans and processes, emergency shelters, and the recovery and rebuilding process. The final chapter provides a list of resources in emergency planning, psychosocial recovery, training and education courses, technical assistance, and other organizations. It includes examples of existing programs, reports, sample plans, and guides written for children. Offering guidance for the family and community, this book discusses the types of efforts that can be undertaken in all phases of emergency management including preparation, immediate response, and recovery.
Tornado Rips Up City
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Author : Louise Spilsbury
language : en
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Release Date : 2017-12-15
Tornado Rips Up City written by Louise Spilsbury and has been published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-12-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
It's important for students to understand how tornadoes form, their structure, and when and where they're likely to strike. Perhaps even more important is learning the damage they cause and how they affect communities around the world. This book offers readers both important STEM content they'll need for science class as well as real stories of recent tornadoes, including eye-opening photographs of the devastation they may cause and statistics boxes quantifying the damage. A news magazine style layout makes each section seem fresh and exciting, while also allowing for the inclusion of witness quotes and headlines.