What is a heat wave?

"This informative book shows young readers how and why long periods of hot weather occur, where and when heat waves happen most often, and how extreme heat can be dangerous to people and animals. Readers will also learn about water shortages, droughts, and fire hazards, the equipment that meteorologists use to forecast heat waves, and techniques to stay safe during times of extreme heat"--Provided by publisher.

Year

2016

Language

English

Series

Severe weather close-up

Publisher

Crabtree Publishing Company

Editions

1

Pages

24

ISBN

9781427117502

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