NOAA
Noaa: Hurricane Brochures
NOAA presents a number of brochures designed to educate the public about hurricanes. Find information about how they form, their potential danger, photos, graphs, and more.
University of Hawai'i
Jose Guadalupe Posada: My Mexico
This online exhibit from The University of Hawaii Art Gallery provides many images of Posada's woodcuts as well as insights into life in Mexico.
Other
Historic Information: Johnstown, Pa
Historic information on the town of Johnstown before the flood, during the flood, and after. Click on "A Roar Like Thunder, May 31, 1889" to read an account of the flood itself.
Other
American Red Cross: How to Prepare for Emergencies
This is a Red Cross learning module about being prepared for emergencies. It provides information and an interactive quiz about preparedness suitable for all ages.
BBC
Bbc: In Pictures: Indonesian Tsunami
From July, 2006, photographic slideshow graphically detailing the tsunami that hit the Indonesian island of Java.
NOAA
Noaa: The Great Usa Flood of 1993
Interesting abstract about the flood that hit the Midwest in 1993, one of the worst floods in United States History. Find out why the flood occurred, the damage, maps of the damage, charts, graphs, and statistics.
PBS
Mpr: The Winds of Hell
Enchanting report of the Armistice Day Blizzard of 1940. Find photos, audio, photos, and more resources.
NOAA
Noaa: Hurricane Flooding: A Deadly Inland Danger
Detailed on-line brochure about hurricanes and the flooding that comes with these dangerous storms. Find photos and information about how to prepare for hurricanes.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Evaluating Eyewitness Reports
In this lesson, students practice working with primary documents by comparing accounts of the Chicago Fire and testing the credibility of a Civil War diary.
NOAA
Noaa: History: Galveston Storm of 1900
Read an account of the worst natural disaster in American history in terms of loss of life, the Galveston hurricane of 1900. View historic photos of the devastation that resulted.
Library of Congress
Loc: The Titanic: Shifting Responses to Its Sinking
In 1912, popular media headlined the sinking of the world's largest luxury passenger ocean liner while on its maiden voyage. Newspapers captivated the world's attention with stories from survivors and about victims who did not survive....
USA Today
Usa Today: Your Guide to Tornado Safety
This resource provides information about tornado safety to its readers.
USA Today
Usa Today: Thunderstorm Safety Guide
August, 2005 article that highlights thunderstorms and offers safety tips to avoid harm during a storm.
USA Today
Usa Today: Hurricane Safety Guide
Safety guide that studies different aspects of hurricanes such as how they are formed, damage they can do, and preparedness. Find links to other safety guides and information about hurricanes.
USA Today
Usa Today: Floods Are One of Weather's Biggest Killers
USA Today studies floods and has links to flood preparedness. Article from April, 2005.
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 1391: The Johnstown Flood
The explanation of why the South Fork Creek dam broke causing the famous disaster. This is a transcript of an accompanying radio broadcast.
Other
The Great Peshtigo Fire Page
Forgotten in the fame of the Chicago Fire, Peshtigo suffered even more in the toll of dead, injured, and total destruction.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: Johnstown Flood
Examine this historical account of the Johnstown Flood and how it impacted Pennsylvania's history.
Other
Idndr: The Tsunami Page
An international site dealing with natural disasters, crisis management, prevention & reduction. The INDR (International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction) Office is the sponsor. Timely, specific information included.
Other
American Red Cross: Masters of Disaster: Grades 3 5
This resource provides many science lessons with related activities for children in grades 3-5 regarding disaster preparedness. The resource covers tornadoes, fires, lightning, floods and general preparedness information.
Other
Interview With Melissa Fay Greene
Melissa Fay Greene is the author of "Last Man Out: The Story of the Springhill Mine Disaster" a book published in 2004 about the 1958 Springhill Mine Disaster. Ms. Greene is an accomplished American author and National Book Award...
Other
Helping Children After a Disaster: Information for Teachers
NASP offers tips to teachers and parents on how to help children cope after a natural disaster.
Columbia University
Scientific Background on the Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami
This site features information and related links that can be used by students and scientists to understand the events that led to the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Hurricane Katrina
When Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast area, NIEHS scientists and physicians were sent to assist with relief efforts. Provided is a helpful packing list and useful suggestions so you can help your family in case of an emergency or to...