Hurricanes have a huge impact! These storms can destroy power grids, wipe out neighborhoods, and even be deadly, with their damaging winds, storm surges, and heavy rainfall. Readers learn all about the science behind hurricanes in this engaging volume that applies STEM concepts to the causes of these storms, as well as the methods being used to better predict their paths and respond to their destructive forces. This detailed look at a powerful kind of natural disaster reminds readers that science has many real-world applications and can even be used to save lives.