Discover the awesome power of nature in this visual guide to the dynamic natural phenomena across our planet.Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world from tsunamis to torn discover natures awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. See how earthquakes floods and hurricanes affect what lies in their path and what measures we can use to protect ourselves from Mother Nature. Follow the journey of some of the most catastrophic disasters and witness the rescue operations that followed. Learn too about the equipment used to predict natural disasters from tsunami magnitude to the earthquake Richter scale and how studies help predict hurricanes prevent avalanches control wildfires and survive earthquakes.Throughout the pages of this newly revised incredible history book you can expect to find Up to 20 per cent new images including photography and updated diagramsAll information updated by expert consultantsPacked with amazing facts infographics statistics and timelinesIncludes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldThis museum in a book uses striking fullcolour photographs and illustrations to explore the ancient legends linked to many natural disasters and explains how human activities have caused many other disasters in recent times. A timeline tracing some of the most devastating disasters in history recordbreaking facts and a guide to some useful online resources makes this a musthave volume for curious children aged 9 with a thirst for knowledge and learning alongside teachers parents and librarians.So whats new Part of DKs bestselling Eyewitness series this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of informationseekers and stayathome explorers with a fresh new look up to 20 per cent new images including photography and updated diagrams updated information and a new eyewitness feature with fascinating firsthand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the seriesGlobally the Eyewitness series has sold mor