Includes bibliographical references and index.

How a Tornado Is Born -- Welcome to Tornado Alley -- Ropes, Cones, and Pipes -- Tornado Prediction Challenges -- Tornado Detection Tools -- History's Biggest Twisters -- Warning the Public -- Shelter in a Storm -- A Trail of Destruction -- After a Tornado -- The Fascination of Tornadoes -- Tornado Safety Myths -- Staying Safe in a Tornado -- Glossary -- Read More -- Index -- About the Author.

"Get the facts about the dangers and destruction caused by tornadoes in 12 in-depth chapters that include tracking storms, the EF-Scale, Tornado Alley, and history's deadliest twisters. Includes safety tips, statistics, sidebars, and critical thinking questions, plus editor-curated online resources for up-to-date information"--

Ages 10-13 12-Story Library.

Grades 4-6 12-Story Library.