Explains what a hurricane is, how it forms, the damage it can cause, and precautions that can be taken to stay safe during hurricane season.

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Initial priorities for U.S. participation in the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction, declared by the United Nations, are contained in this volu

"In August 2017, Hurricane Harvey slammed Houston. The city's reservoirs and sewers quickly overflowed, creating massive flooding. The mega storm dumped more ra