floods

Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century -- alone?.

"Describes history's biggest and most destructive floods from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

Examines how floods occur, the effects of floods and tsunamis, and what to do if caught in a flood.

The story of the fastest boat ride in history, on a hand-built dory named the "Emerald Mile," through the heart of the Grand Canyon on the Colorado river.

Explores flood rescues around the world.

Collection of four fiction stories featuring kids in the path of disaster, including the Titanic, Hurricane Katrina, shark attacks, and the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

A storm is coming to coastal North Carolina. Amy and Elliott - volunteers at the local dog shelter - have a job to do. The rescued puppies need to get to higher ground, and fast! The kids scramble to get the puppies into their cages, and then the van of volunteers and dogs is on its way. But they are one puppy short. Did it run off in the rain? Is it back at the shelter? An old book, a series of riddles, and a spooky storm all lead to a mystery only the kids can solve.

When the rainfall from Hurricane Agnes causes the Susquehanna River to flood, Grandma and Grandpa abandon their home and flee to higher ground.

"Heavy rains can quickly turn into a dangerous flood. River, lake, and ocean levels rise rapidly. Levees break and water rushes in. Find out the safest place to be and how to prepare when rushing water is heading your way"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the world's rising sea levels, focusing on why and how it's happening, what it will mean, and more.