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While destructive tornadoes most often make the headlines, all this excessive energy in the atmosphere can result in a spectacle of other wonders that leave us in awe. Not only is nature’s fury amplified with these explosive storms, so is its beauty and power, and that’s exactly what veteran storm chaser “Pecos” Hank Schyma celebrates in STORM. Bringing together the science of storms with Hank’s greatest storm chasing moments, STORM takes you on a captivating journey of the planet’s wildest weather systems.

Super storm Sandy ripped up the eastern seaboard of the United States, leaving death and destruction in its path. While everyone knew the storm's path, and when it would strike, people and the community as a whole were caught off guard by the devastation. Super storm sandy provides an example of why preparing for the worst-case scenario is the prudent path to take.

Een revolutionaire kijk op de geschiedenis van klimaatverandering door Peter Frankopan. Wanneer we het over de wereldgeschiedenis hebben, denken we doorgaans niet meteen aan de zwaarste overstromingen, de hardnekkigste droogteperiodes of de veranderende ecosystemen. Maar in de lange geschiedenis van onze planeet is geen element zo allesbepalend geweest als de natuur. Vulkaanuitbarstingen, aardverschuivingen, klimaatveranderingen en andere transformaties hebben een cruciale rol gespeeld in het verloop van de geschiedenis – en zullen ook in de toekomst allesbepalend zijn.

At the edge of Houston sits a community like no other: 65 petite, pastel houses inhabited by survivors of Hurricane Katrina and built by one of the most famous people in the world, Oprah Winfrey. The community, funded with $10 million of Oprah's money just a few months after Katrina, is made up of 65 families picked by nonprofit Habitat for Humanity. All pay around $400 a month in mortgage to live there. The houses are nearly identical. Angel Lane is not only a place, but an idea.

Sie sind beunruhigt über den Zustand unserer Welt und fragen sich, ob es überhaupt noch Hoffnung auf eine bessere Zukunft gibt? "Lösungen statt Weltuntergang" ist hier, um Ihre Perspektive auf die dringendsten Probleme der Welt neu zu gestalten. In einer Zeit voller Weltuntergangsprognosen und düsterer Umweltwarnungen bietet dieses Buch einen erfrischenden und optimistischen Ausblick und liefert ein Leuchtfeuer der Hoffnung und einen klaren Aktionsplan für alle, die sich große Sorgen um das Schicksal unseres Planeten machen.

Every disaster is different There is no way to predict the exact circumstances that will be part of every situation. Because of this, you need to get ready for any possibilities that could happen. There are disasters that happen every day around the world, the key to surviving a disaster is being prepared for what may happen. What does survival mean? Survival is being able not to die without the things you now have. To live with in any situation where those things are no longer available. Do you know what to do and are you prepared to protect and provide for you and your family when no one ...

Ohne Vorwarnung kam die Flut über das Ahrtal. In der Nacht vom 14. auf den 15. Juli 2021 brach eine Katastrophe über die beschauliche Weinregion herein. Zurück blieben Schlamm, unfassbares Leid und viele Jahre harter Arbeit, die den Bewohnern nun bevorstehen. Andy Neumann nimmt die Leser mit in diese Situation und macht auf sehr persönliche Weise deutlich, welche Kämpfe die Bewohner des Ahrtals durchstehen mussten. Feinsinnig und mit einer Prise Humor, insbesondere aber von einem klaren Willen geprägt: weitermachen.

The Anti-Catastrophe League, informed by the author’s experience of working in the field of what is known as existential risk, tells the story of a species that is working out how to defuse several bombs at once. From ancient risks to very modern apocalypses, the book charts the imminent dangers to the human race and introduces listeners to the groups of scientists, eccentrics, diplomats and visionaries who are doing everything in their considerable power to prevent the worst from befalling us.

Volcanic Fury is a thrilling nonfiction book that delves into the destructive power of volcanoes and their impact on human civilization. The book explores the science behind volcanic eruptions, the different types of volcanoes, and the devastating consequences of their explosive eruptions.

Este libro no es solo una guía, es un llamado urgente a actuar ahora. El conocimiento que contiene puede marcar la diferencia entre la vida y la muerte en situaciones críticas. Diseñado tanto para principiantes como para expertos en supervivencia, sus enseñanzas son claras, efectivas y fácilmente aplicables.

Believe it or not, there are natural and effective strategies on ways to prepare for these unforeseen and unwanted catastrophes. And I give them all to you within this guide. Let's face it, if we don't have a plan for when these unforeseen situations take place then how can we expect to be ready for these disasters. Discover effective methods to be prepared when a natural disaster might strike and have a plan to execute to keep you and your family as safe as possible. The secret to your success will be how well you apply what you discover in this guide.

This audiobook contains proven steps and strategies on how to successfully cultivate a survival garden that will provide you with food when an apocalypse comes. This book also contains information with regard to the different types of survival gardens that you can grow. Here you will also learn which herbs and seeds are the best ones to plant in a survival garden.

—¿Qué hace un tesoro en la cima del Nevado de Toluca? —La historia del misil radioactivo norteamericano que dio origen a la Zona del Silencio —Los fantasmas más conocidos de México, y quiénes fueron en realidad —¿Dónde quedó el tesoro de Moctezuma? —Fraudes famosos Con actitud crítica, pero abierta a lo inexplicable, el autor nos lleva por un recorrido por los fantasmas, los misterios, los sitios mágicos de México. En el camino descubre hechos sorprendentes de la historia, desenmascara algunos fraudes… y presenta otros hechos que quizá hagan al lector dejar la luz ...

"Domine el Examen de Bombero Forestal: Su Guía Definitiva para Iniciar una Carrera en la Lucha Contra Incendios Forestales" es un resumen enfocado de principios y conceptos clave, diseñado para complementar materiales de estudio más completos y la capacitación práctica. Esta guía ofrece a los aspirantes a bomberos forestales una visión general de los temas críticos necesarios para prepararse para los exámenes de certificación y comenzar su carrera en la lucha contra incendios. La guía explora los fundamentos del comportamiento del fuego, abordando la ciencia de la combustión, la...

This book is written to help the average person learn what is necessary to survive SHTF, natural disasters, off-grid living, civil unrest, and martial law. This book gives solid advice and strategy to help keep you and your family safe in even the worst situation.

The most detailed and specific "predictive" book about the future. Is this book for you? Look about you -- if the world you see seems sane, normal and comfortable, then probably not. But if the world you see seems chaotic, unpredictable, and just a little bit dangerous, then - for the benefit of yourself and your family - you need to understand how the era we are now in "fits" within the long-term evolution of life on Earth. You need to understand the extreme high probability of seeing major ‘Earth changes’ in your own lifetime, and how to prepare for them. This book was written using ...

Descubre en este libro todo lo que necesitas saber para proteger a tu familia en situaciones de emergencia. Aprende a crear un kit de suministros efectivo, planificar rutas de escape y puntos de reunión, y mantener la calma en desastres naturales. Con consejos prácticos y fáciles de seguir, esta guía completa te ayudará a estar preparado para cualquier eventualidad. ¡Protege a tus seres queridos y mantén la seguridad en todo momento con este libro imprescindible de preparación para desastres! #PreparaciónParaDesastres #SeguridadFamiliar #Emergencias

El cine, como un nuevo medio de contar historias, se centra en el poder de la imagen. Toda la fuerza de la naturaleza reflejada en la gran pantalla no solo nos relata la historia, sino que su capacidad inmersiva nos hace vivirla. El Cine de Desastres comenzó buscando ser realista y verosímil, sin embargo, también es un espectáculo que nos muestra al desnudo lo que somos y lo que podemos ser en momentos de crisis, del conflicto definitivo de nuestra especie contra las fuerzas de la naturaleza. Esta serie de libros nos llevará a un viaje por las diferentes películas de desastres, los ...

Bigfoot in the 80’s: A Totally Radical Collection of Sasquatch Sightings Bigfoot didn’t disappear after the 70s—he just put on his neon shorts, laced up his roller skates, and jammed to his favorite boombox tunes. The 1980s were wild, and so were the Bigfoot encounters that filled campfire stories, newspaper clippings, and hushed whispers in video rental stores. From roller rink sightings to Bigfoot crashing an arcade, this book explores 25 real encounters where the world’s most famous cryptid collided with the culture, fashion, and chaos of the 80s.Inside, you'll discover: ✅ ...

In this audiobook, you will discover the systematic way of preparing your home for any disaster. The first step is gaining knowledge about your house, your location’s geographical profile, and your community. Being an independent family doesn't keep you away from being a part of your community. At the end of the day, coordinating with other community members help prepare you and your household. Upon knowing vital information, the next covered topic is carrying out the actual preparation steps.