Publisher's Synopsis
The Dangerous Weather set offers students a basic introduction to meteorology, climatology, aspects of other environmental sciences, and approaches to environmental management. Written in student-friendly language, each volume profiles one form of extreme weather. Technical terms are clearly defined to help readers fully understand these important concepts in atmospheric science. The coverage includes: scientific explanations for the phenomena; biographical information about people who have made relevant discoveries; descriptions of the development and acceptance of new ideas; accounts of actual dangerous weather situations; and, appropriate advice about safety precautions.
