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OverviewAccording to Time Magazine, natural disasters have claimed 1.35 million lives between the years of 1994-2013. When inclement weather like winter storms, extreme cold, hurricanes, and tornados are predicted, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reminds consumers to take extra precautions like storing water, food, and medical supplies. This essential book takes a look at recent global natural disasters and the various responses to them. Readers are provided with a balanced and comprehensive understanding of the topic through real world examples and guided narrative. Each chapter provides background on a recent disaster, analyzes what actions were taken as a result, and considers whether those actions proved effective. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Laurie Collier Hillstrom , Gale , Lucent BooksPublisher: Lucent Press Imprint: Lucent Press Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 23.10cm Weight: 0.417kg ISBN: 9781420508734ISBN 10: 1420508733 Pages: 104 Publication Date: 14 March 2015 Recommended Age: From 13 to 16 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |