Describes the science behind droughts as well as information on warning systems, measuring technologies, and disaster relief.
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ISBN: 9781599201139
Physical Description:32 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 29 cm.print
Publisher:North Mankato, Minn: Smart Apple Media, 2008.
General Note: Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note: Natural disasters -- Droughts -- What is drought? -- Disaster file: Australia -- Different types of drought -- Disaster file: Sahel, Africa -- What causes drought? -- Effects of drought -- Fires and dust storms -- Disaster file: Dust Bowl, United States -