When hurricanes hit land, they don’t only destroy the homes of people. They also destroy the homes of animals. How are animal populations affected by these huge storms? Read about how fish, birds, deer, and other animals are hurt or even helped by the impact of hurricanes.
Why would anyone fly a plane into one of the world’s most powerful storms? Visit this site to learn about “hurricane hunting” with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron. Learn about its mission, its history, its people, its planes, and its role in saving lives. While you’re there, be sure to click on the “Cyberflight” link to experience a flight into Hurricane Dennis!
It’s very difficult to build affordable homes that can withstand earthquakes. Read this article on the Pinwheel house, a revolutionary design from MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning. The home is designed to withstand even the most powerful of quakes and eventually may cost only $1,000 to build.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) helps Americans prepare for, protect against, and recover from disasters. Visit FEMA’s site to learn what you should do before, during, and after an earthquake, flood, hurricane, volcanic eruption, tsunami, or even a bit of bad space weather. Remember that it never hurts to be prepared!
Read this article to learn about the Titanic disaster. Find out how the ship was made, what its flaws were, and who was on it. The site also includes several videos and photo galleries related to Titanic.
Do you think you are ready for a disaster? Do you know what to do to keep your home and family safe? Visit this interactive site to help you learn how to prepare a disaster kit, make an emergency plan, and be informed about the kind of disasters that could happen in your region.
