Can Predicting the Weather Save Lives? - Meteorology

"It's a big question-can predicting the weather save lives? Climate and weather are changing, but thanks to meteorology, we're able to prepare for all kinds of disasters! Hurricanes, cyclones, floods, blizzards-there are so many types of extreme weather, so can knowing what's coming next really save lives? Check out . . . how meteorologists' warnings are keeping rescuers safe how the machines up in space are tracking extreme weather how climate change is leading to wilder weather . . . and so much more! Read about one of the most damaging storms in history, Hurricane Katrina, where meteorologists played a huge part in managing the risks to inhabitants and the safety of the rescuers helping them"--

About the author

Eliza Jeffery is an author with a degree in English and creative writing, plus a master's in professional writing. She creates engaging nonfiction that inspires children to explore the world.

Product details

• Authors: Eliza Jeffery, Eliza Jeffrey
• Assisted by: Daniel Limon (Illustration)
• Publisher: Hungry Tomato Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.09.2024
• EAN: 9781835691328
• ISBN: 978-1-83569-132-8
• No. of pages: 32
• Dimensions: 258 mm x 202 mm x 11 mm
• Weight: 348 g
• Illustrations: Full-colour Illustrations
• Series: The Big Questions Answered
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Natural science, technology; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geology