Engineering Solutions for Floods and Tsunamis

by Corona Brezina

Overview

Floods and tsunamis are terrifying and destructive natural disasters caused by the power of water. Humans will probably never be able to prevent floods and tsunamis, but tools provided by STEM fields enable scientists and engineers to mitigate their damage. STEM principles inform every level of flood and tsunami preparedness, from detection or prediction by federal agencies to the recommendations for individuals. This book describes what happens during a natural disaster and engineering solutions including the use of computer models, building of dams, levees, and permeable pavement, and restoring wetlands. All are tremendous solutions to safeguard lives, property, ecosystems, and world economies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781725347823
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2019
Series:	Preparing for Disaster Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 The Science of Fierce Floods and Terrible Tsunamis 6

Chapter 2 Flood Forecasting and Reducing Flood Damage 12

Chapter 3 Tracking Tsunamis 18

Chapter 4 Promising Solutions 24

Chapter 4 Be Prepared! What You Can Do 30

Glossary 35

For More Information 37

For Further Reading 41

Bibliography 41

Index 46