Explains the makings of weather, from winds and precipitation to disasters, and outlines recent technological innovations in weather prediction, including lasers, satellites, and supercomputers. The authors predict that within a decade scientists will have the ability to make long-range forecasts up to a year in advance, using radar to chart the movement of winds. Describes pioneering weather scientists throughout history and their use of technology. Covers research on the destruction of the ozone layer and hurricane forecasting. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
