hurricanes

Provides information about hurricanes, describing the conditions that lead to their formation, discussing what happens during the course of such storms, explaining how they are tracked and named, and looking at some historic hurricanes.

Tells the story of Isaac Cline, a weather scientist in Galveston, Texas in 1900, discussing his belief and assertion that nothing in the way of weather could destroy the coastal city; and looks at how Cline dealt with the aftermath of the hurricane that hit Galveston on September 8, claiming the lives of thousands of people.

In the Atlantic Ocean, hurricane Helena is gathering strength, becoming the most powerful storm in recorded history. As Helena bears down on Bermuda, Donovan Nash and other members of the scientific research organization Eco-Watch are called to fly in and extract key government people who have been studying Helena. For Nash, the routine mission turns deadly when an attempt is made on the life of the lead scientist; and a woman from his past, Dr. Lauren McKenna. In a bold attempt to diffuse the power of the hurricane, Eco-Watch is called upon to conduct a final flight above the massive fury of Helena.

Join Hugh Willoughby on a data-gathering flight made into the eye of Hurricane Gilbert in September 1988. NOVA obtained spectacular footage of the storm's center; a canyon of clear blue sky surrounded by a wall of clouds 10 miles high. Watch how these highly-trained scientists routinely, and carefully, fly into the world's most destructive storms to discover what makes them tick and to measure their intensity and probable path. Then, hear first-hand accounts of Hurricane Camille, the most devastating storm ever to strike the United States.

A review of the days that led up to Hurricane Katrina and the storm itself, which devastated the Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005, and flooded New Orleans. Exposes critical failures in preparation and engineering that led to the disaster. Also looks at the forces behind hurricanes and the latest technology for tracking and predicting them. Includes storm footage and eyewitness testimony.

On board the ship Sally Sue, Old Hannibal is describing for his friends the great hurricane he once endured, when they run into another one.

Illustrations and text introduce hurricanes, from their history and causes, to how they are measured and where they occur.

"Discusses hurricanes, where they are common, how they affect us, and how people cope with hurricanes"--Provided by publisher.

A man deathly afraid of hurricanes learns to face his fear--as well as issues pertaining to loss, marriage, and friendship--with the help of a woman who is determined not to leave his side.