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Natural disasters The 1900 Storm: Galveston Island, Texas 
 This site provides information about and images of the hurricane and tidal wave of September 1900 in southeast Texas. Includes contemporary film clips and photographs of the aftermath, statistics, the work of the American Red Cross under the leadership of Clara Barton, personal accounts, and recommended reading and websites. From the Galveston County Daily News. http://www.1900storm.com Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place, Weather Last updated Apr 27, 2006 Asia Quake Disaster
News, background, videos, analysis, eyewitness accounts, death tolls, survivors' accounts, and more about the Southeast Asia earthquake and tsunami of December 2004. Includes information on individual countries with links to related news, message boards, and video clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/2004/asia_quake_disaster/default.stm Topics: Geography, Regions of the World, Regions of the World, Water, Weather Last updated Aug 31, 2009 Can Animals Predict Disaster?
This Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Nature program "explores a variety of science-based explanations for unusual animal behavior observed prior to natural disasters." The website features eyewitness accounts of unusual animal behavior, essays and video clips on infrasound ("any sound pitched below 20 hertz to as low as 2 hertz") scientist views, and a list of related websites and reading. http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/episodes/can-animals-predict-disaster/introduction/130/ Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Jan 3, 2009 Disaster Preparedness Resources
Tips to ensure that your pets and livestock are safe in the event of an emergency or disaster. Includes tips for evacuation in a major disaster and a supply checklist for pets, and information about preparing for daily emergencies. Also includes a video clip and links to related sites. From The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/hsus_disaster_center/resources/ Topics: Animals, Home & Housing, Pets, Science, Weather Last updated Sep 9, 2008 Extreme Weather Sourcebook 2001: Economic and Other Societal Impacts Related to Hurricanes, Floods, Tornadoes, Lightning, and Other U.S. Weather Phenomena
This site presents tables of economic data (and human lightning injury data) for various weather-related disasters. States are listed in alphabetical order and by rank. Historical data, generally from the 1950's to the 1990's, is also included. Additionally, the Societal Aspects of Weather provides related links. http://sciencepolicy.colorado.edu/sourcebook/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Weather Last updated Dec 23, 2002 Geologic Hazards
The Geologic Hazards Team is a part of the US Geological Survey (USGS) which researches the causes of landslides, earthquakes, and other geological phenomena. This site has three main sections: geomagnetism, landslides, and earthquakes. There are also Java-driven interactive maps of Western States Faults and National Earthquake Hazards. http://geohazards.cr.usgs.gov/ Topics: Geology, Weather Last updated Jun 1, 2005 Getting Ready
"This handy guide is meant to encourage you to take the steps necessary to be ready" for a natural disaster, such as stocking up on water and food, having an evacuation plan, and what to carry in your car. Also includes considerations for disaster preparedness at work and for school emergencies. From the office of Senator Barbara Boxer. http://boxer.senate.gov/gettingready.cfm Topics: Home & Housing Last updated Nov 1, 2005 The Hurricane of ’38
Companion site to the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) series American Experience describing this unnamed, catastrophic hurricane that slammed against the New England shore, destroyed over 8,000 homes, and resulted in over 700 deaths. Users can catch a glimpse of "the lives of fishermen, residents and vacationers on the day before the storm." Features a timeline of U.S. storms since the 1600s, maps, and survivors' accounts. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/hurricane38/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Weather Last updated Jan 4, 2009 Hurricane Preparedness
Information for the public about hurricanes. The site features a brief history of major hurricanes back to 1900, information about how hurricanes are categorized using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale (from Category 1 to Category 5), the forecasting of hurricanes, disaster plan tips, and information about marine safety, storm surges, high wind, tornadoes, and inland floods. In English and Spanish. From the National Weather Service National Hurricane Center. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/intro.shtml Topics: Home & Housing, Hurricane Katrina, Science, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 In Depth: South Asia Quake
Compilation of news articles and analysis about the powerful earthquake that struck close to Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on October 8, 2005. Includes maps, photos, video clips, eyewitness reports, and background about Pakistan and earthquakes. Also includes a discussion of the potential effect of the quake on the political relations between India and Kashmir. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/south_asia/2005/south_asia_quake/default.stm Topics: Geology, Regions of the World Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Institute of Business & Home Safety
The mission of the insurance industry initiative "is to reduce deaths, injuries, property damage, economic losses and human suffering caused by natural disasters." The site focuses on the safety of buildings before, during, and after disasters such as floods, high winds, wildfires, earthquakes, and tornados. Includes publications on topics such as rebuilding homes to make them more resistant to hurricanes and protection against flood damage. Some information only available to members. http://www.disastersafety.org Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Hurricane Katrina, Outdoor Recreation, Weather Last updated Sep 3, 2005 Katrina Aftermath
A member-contributed blog about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, curated by Andy Carvin of the Digital Divide Network. Includes real-time postings of observations and a valuable collection of related links to photo collections, online newspapers, charities, and more. Supports phone-in podcasts (audio blogging). http://katrina05.blogspot.com Topics: Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Weather Last updated Sep 5, 2005 National Geographic: Forces of Nature
This site is a companion to a National Geographic film about four of the most destructive natural forces: hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tornadoes. Features a description of the science behind the natural disasters along with an interactive activity for each. Also includes introductory facts, a list of famous forces, a glossary, and lesson plans. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/forcesofnature/ Topics: Film: Genres & Themes, Hurricane Katrina, Lesson Plans, Science, Weather Last updated Jun 7, 2006 National Weather Service National Hurricane Center/Tropical Prediction Center
A huge amount of current and historical storm information, including current public advisories in both English and Spanish. Includes formats such as satellite imagery, weather radar, and PDA-accessible updates. The "Learn About Hurricanes" section links to extensive information. Storm and weather advisories also available by email subscription. "Season Summaries and Reports" has information on activity in the Atlantic and East Pacific regions. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 Natural Hazard Statistics
This site provides statistical information on fatalities, injuries, and damages caused by weather-related hazards in the United States. Data back to 1995 available by U.S. summaries, states, and by specific hazard: lightning, tornado, tropical cyclone, heat, flood, cold, winter storm, and wind. Includes fatalities by age and gender as well as by state and location. There is an additional list of severe weather fatalities going back more than 60 years. http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/hazstats.shtml Topics: Statistics, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 Natural Hazards Center
This website for "a national and international clearinghouse for information on natural hazards and human adjustments to hazards and disasters" offers full-text articles from newsletters, journals, working papers, and conference papers published by the center. Includes notices of research opportunities. From the University of Colorado-Boulder. http://www.colorado.edu/hazards/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weather Last updated Sep 5, 2005 Natural Hazards Observer
This publication "covers current disaster issues; new international, national, and local disaster management, mitigation, and education programs," and related topics. Includes articles such as "What if Hurricane Ivan Had Not Missed New Orleans?" (November 2004) and "Sea-Level Rise and Coastal Disasters: Lessons from the East Coast and New Orleans" (March 2002). Archives go back to 1996. From the Natural Hazards Center at the University of Colorado at Boulder. http://www.colorado.edu/hazards/o/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weather Last updated Sep 4, 2005 Operational Significant Event Imagery (OSEI)
Here are "high-resolution, detailed imagery of significant environmental events which are visible in remotely-sensed data available at the NOAA Science Center in Suitland, Maryland." Satellite time lapse and still images, often visually appealing, display major dust storms, fires, floods, icebergs, ocean events, severe weather, snow, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons, volcanoes, and "Unique Imagery." Includes current events and a daily report. There are links to further information. http://www.osei.noaa.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Geography, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Science, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 PlanetDiary
Provides a weekly update of articles on the environment, focusing on natural phenomena and events such as floods, fire, fauna, flora, earthquakes, drought, health, volcanoes, oil spills, radioactivity, hurricanes, tornadoes, and tropical storms. Has background on each subject with annotated links and archives of articles back to 1999. Contains activities and lesson plans for teachers and students and a calendar feature highlighting future global environmental happenings with appropriate links. http://www.phschool.com/science/planetdiary/ Topics: Environment, Hurricane Katrina, Lesson Plans, Oil & Gas, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 Preliminary Earthquake Report: Magnitude 8.7, Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, 2005 March 28
Facts about the Southeast Asia earthquake of March 28, 2005. Provides a map and links to numerous related resources. From the United States Geological Survey (USGS), Earthquake Hazards Program. http://earthquake.usgs.gov/eqcenter/eqinthenews/2005/usweax/ Topics: Geography, Weather Last updated Mar 18, 2006 ReliefWeb: South Asia: Earthquake - Oct 2005
Updates on relief efforts related to the major earthquake that struck in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on October 8, 2005, and affected India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Includes information about rescue efforts and relief, assistance from other countries, and extent of damage. Also includes links to maps. From the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/dbc.nsf/doc108?OpenForm&emid=EQ-2005-000174-PAK&rc=3 Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Geology, Regions of the World Last updated Oct 12, 2005 Resources for Journalists [Central America Floods 2005]
"NAHJ has compiled a list of websites, maps, articles, and contacts to aid journalists covering the disastrous flooding and mudslides that have recently affected Guatemala and Central America as a result of Hurricane Stan." Includes information about damage and relief efforts. From The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ). http://www.nahj.org/nahjnews/articles/2005/october/guatemalaresources.shtml Topics: Regions of the World, Weather Last updated Oct 26, 2005 Savage Earth: Waves of Destruction: Tsunamis
Provides information and multimedia features on tsunamis. Discusses historical tsunamis, causes and effects, and related information. Part of the site accompanying the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) program "Savage Earth." http://www.pbs.org/wnet/savageearth/tsunami/ Topics: Geography, Water, Weather Last updated Dec 28, 2004 Saving the Whole Family
This pamphlet provides information "to help you avoid having to leave your animals stranded in the event of a disaster or an evacuation." Covers horses and livestock, and small animals, including reptiles, birds, and amphibians. Topics include what to do before and after a disaster, identification, transportation, proof of ownership, and lists of essentials for evacuation and first aid. Opens directly into a PDF document. From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/disaster/saving_family_brochure.pdf Topics: Animals, Pets, Weather Last updated Oct 25, 2005 |
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