The Worst Weather In The World

Author : William Lowell Putnam
Publisher : Light Technology Publishing
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1991-06-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781622337019

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The Worst Weather on Earth by William Lowell Putnam Pdf

"There may be worse weather, from time to time, at some forbidding place on Planet Earth, but it has yet to be reliably recorded." So begins The Worst Weather on Earth: A History of the Mount Washington Observatory. Mount Washington, at 6,288 feet above sea level, is one of the highest elevations in the eastern United States and is subject to some of the fiercest weather patterns in the world. Situated close to major centers of population, it has been an accessible objective for travellers. The curious, the intrepid, the scientific -- Mount Washington has attracted them all. In this age of satellites and advanced instrumentation, the intricacies of weather observation are now taken for granted. However, not so long ago, weather was a blank on the scientific map of understanding. The Worst Weather on Earth chronicles the social and scientific milieu of those who have recorded the weather on the mountain for over one hundred years. Included are chapters such as "Radio on the Rockpile," which covers the pioneering days of radio broadcasting from the Summit, and "Rime and Reason," which presents a fascinating discussion of rime and the problems of icing that were researched extensively on the Summit. The Worst Weather on Earth is rendered more immediate by the liberal use of contemporary accounts; excerpts from letters, reports, and the log notes of the Summit observers abound, giving the flavor and the excitement of over a century of scientific observation and discovery.

Author : Charles Franklin Brooks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 9 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1940
Category : Washington, Mount (N.H.)
ISBN : OCLC:29244990

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The Worst Weather in the World by Charles Franklin Brooks Pdf

Author : Simon Winchester
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780425288054

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When the Sky Breaks by Simon Winchester Pdf

New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester looks at which way the wind blows in this exciting book about giant storms. Simon Winchester is an avid weather watcher. He’s scanned the skies in Oklahoma, waiting for the ominous “finger” of a tornado to touch the Earth. He’s hunkered down in Hong Kong when typhoon warning signals went up. He’s visited the world’s hottest and wettest places, reported on fierce whirlpools, and sailed around South Africa looking for freak winds and waves. He knows about the worst weather in the world. A master nonfiction storyteller, Winchester looks at how, when, where, and why hurricanes, typhoons, cyclones, and tornadoes start brewing, how they build, and what happens when these giant storms hit. His lively narrative also includes an historical look at how we learned about weather systems and where we’re headed because of climate change. Stunning photographs illustrate the power of these giant storms.

Author : Gerrie McCall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Science
ISBN : 1782744932

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Surviving Extreme Weather by Gerrie McCall Pdf

Although most of the time the weather does not constitute a threat to most of us, there are many weather conditions that can kill or injure, or destroy your home. Surviving Extreme Weather helps you prepare for every eventuality, including storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, snow blizzards, avalanches, extreme heat, and flooding.Surviving Extreme Weather includes chapters on understanding different kinds of climate, predicting the weather, preparing for bad weather, protecting your home, and how to survive in extreme environments.

Author : Dennis Mersereau,The Editors of Outdoor Life
Publisher : Weldon Owen International
Page : 660 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781681880846

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The Extreme Weather Survival Manual by Dennis Mersereau,The Editors of Outdoor Life Pdf

Fast facts and practical advice to keep you prepared, whether you’re dealing with mud or flood, drought or derecho. This valuable, comprehensive guide is full of life-saving information for virtually any extreme weather event—blizzard, hurricane, firestorm, tornado, heatwave, and beyond. Weather reporter Dennis Mersereau, working with the editors of Outdoor Life magazine, debunks common myths, provides hands-on survival tips (some of them literally hands-on—as in, don’t lose your fingers to frostbite), and shares some fascinating historical facts and world records. Learn how to: Read a weather map Survive in a snowbound car Stay oriented in a whiteout Make waterproof matches Avoid lightning hot spots Rescue someone caught in a flood Know your monsoons Survive a sandstorm Make peace with the polar vortex Drought-proof your home and much more “Don’t mess with the Mersereau. He will find your weather fables and he will crush them…We need more Dennises. In fact, the National Weather Service itself should be run by Dennis, with each local office headed by a Dennis-like weather blogger tasked with explaining the relevant weather news of the day, and entertaining us when the weather is boring.”—Slate

Author : Eric Pinder
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2000-09-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781101664087

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Tying Down the Wind by Eric Pinder Pdf

Where can you find the worst weather on earth? The surprising answer in Tying Down the Wind is: everywhere! You don’t need to climb Mount Everest or voyage to the icy desert of Antarctica to witness both the beauty and the destructiveness of weather. The same forces are at work in your own backyard. Tying Down the Wind takes readers on a voyage of discovery through the atmosphere, a swirling ocean of air that surrounds and sustains life. The journey begins in a sunny New England woodlot and ends atop the polar ice of Antarctica—where we learn, remarkably, that the two extremes are not so different. What triggers changes in the weather? How are tornadoes, thunderstorms, heat waves, and blizzards all related? Tying Down the Wind supplies the answers, and invites you to experience the excitement of the world’s worst weather in the comfort of your own home...or car. Drawing on the author’s experiences at the Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, Tying Down the Wind revisits the devastating Northeast Ice Storm of 1998, takes readers on a snow-blind walk through a Berkshire blizzard, and describes the impact of a 54,000- degree lightning bolt just a few yards away.

Author : David Borgenicht,Molly Smith,Brandan Walsh,Robin Epstein
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781452110028

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The Worst-Case Scenario Survive-o-pedia by David Borgenicht,Molly Smith,Brandan Walsh,Robin Epstein Pdf

It's the best of the worst! This edition of the popular series loved by parents and kids alike serves up a wild ride through mudslides, volcanos, shark-infested oceans, menacing mountains, and more. Seventy entries are packed with illuminating facts, eye-popping photos, hilarious illustrations, must-see maps, heaps of humor, and step-by-step instructions. Readers will be armed with the knowledge and skills needed to survive anything and live to tell about it!

Author : Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781499430790

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Top 10 Worst Hurricanes by Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Pdf

Katrina, Nina, Mitch, and Camille – these deadly hurricanes earned their names through monstrous devastation. This versatile volume gives readers a comprehensive understanding of the science behind hurricanes, how we categorize their high-speed winds, and how we measure the scale of their destruction. Photographs of the ten most catastrophic hurricanes since the 19th century will amaze readers while simultaneously demonstrating connections between STEM, geography, and history curricula. An informative map shows where these catastrophic hurricanes occurred, and critical thinking questions allow readers to assess their understanding of the topic.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Military meteorology
ISBN : PSU:000055000963

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Observer by Anonim Pdf

Author : Frank Ackerman
Publisher : Anthem Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781783087082

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Worst-Case Economics by Frank Ackerman Pdf

Worst-case scenarios are all too real, and all too common. The financial crisis of 2008 was not the first or the last to destroy jobs, homeownership and the savings of millions of people. Hurricanes clobber communities from New York to Bangladesh. How bad will the next catastrophe be, and how soon will it happen? Climate and financial crises are serious events, requiring vigorous responses. Yet public policy is trapped in an obsolete framework, with a simplistic focus on average or likely outcomes rather than dangerous extremes. What would it take to create better analyses of extreme events in climate and finance, and an appropriate policy framework for worst-case risks? ‘Worst-Case Economics: Extreme Events in Climate and Finance’ offers accessible and surprising answers to these crucial questions.

Author : Don Pitcher
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 773 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781631212772

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Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula by Don Pitcher Pdf

Moon Travel Guides: Find Your Adventure! Discover the rugged charms of The Last Frontier's mountains, glaciers, and rivers with Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for any timeline or budget, including five days in Anchorage, to a weekend in Denali National Park, and a two-week adventure exploring each region Curated advice for outdoor adventurers, culture mavens, wildlife enthusiasts, budget travelers, and more Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Embark on a day cruise to admire the stunning fjords, and watch brown bears catching wild salmon out of a river. Go snowboarding at a mountain resort, or hike through alpine forests. Dine on fresh king crab at the best restaurants in Anchorage, or catch your own halibut on a fishing expedition. Take an intrepid "flightseeing" tour to secluded glacier landings in Denali National Park, and discover the best spots to see the northern lights dance across the sky Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from local author and Alaska expert Don Pitcher Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Detailed, thorough information including background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture With Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula's expert advice, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Craving more of Alaska? Check out Moon Alaska. Expanding your trip? Try Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip or Moon Banff National Park.

Author : Jamie Jensen
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781631213724

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Road Trip USA: Appalachian Trail by Jamie Jensen Pdf

Rediscover the Open Road! From the idyllic towns of New England to the charming heart of Dixie, Road Trip USA: Appalachian Trail is classic roadside Americana at your fingertips! Inside you'll find: Mile-by-mile highlights so you can make the most of America's two-lane highways through New England, New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, and Georgia Driving maps covering over 2,000 miles, from the north woods of Maine, through Pennsylvania Dutch Country, down to the Great Smoky Mountains Full-color vintage and modern photos and illustrations of past and present America, in a slim, portable guide excerpted from Road Trip USA Roadside curiosities and detours revealing the personalities, history, and kitschy character of the small towns and thriving cities along the route Expert advice from road warrior Jamie Jensen, who has zoomed along nearly 400,000 miles of highway in search of the perfect road trip Road Trip USA: Appalachian Trail is so full of the beauty of the American road, why wait to start your next adventure? Hit the Road!

Author : Diane Bair,Pamela Wright
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006-08-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 159485145X

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Snowshoe Routes: New England by Diane Bair,Pamela Wright Pdf

* 75 snowshoe routes in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine * Trails within driving distance of urban areas throughout New England, including Boston, Hartford, Providence, Burlington, Concord, and Portland * A handy trip-planning chart compares snowshoe routes by trail data and scenic highlights From the White Mountains in New Hampshire and Acadia National Park in Maine to the Berkshires in Massachusetts, the Northeast Kingdom in Vermont, and everything in-between, this new snowshoe guide offers snowshoe routes for people of all ages and abilities, from beginner to backcountry expert. Trips lead deep into snow-blanketed woods, past frozen waterfalls and lakes, up challenging peaks, and to scenic views only accessible by snowshoes. For each route, driving directions, level of difficulty, round-trip mileage, hiking time, and elevation gain are all noted. You'll also find helpful information on choosing the right snowshoes, what to wear, suggestions for safe winter driving, safety tips for backcountry snowshoeing, and much more.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1945
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105013152892

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Boeing Magazine by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1919
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101080217514

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The Sketch by Anonim Pdf