Explains what hurricanes are, what causes them, and where they occur; discusses what happens during an hurricane and who helps afterwards; and considers whether hurricanes can be predicted. Includes case studies.

What is a hurricane? -- What causes hurricanes? -- Where do hurricanes happen? -- Case study: Hurricanes Isidore and Lili, 2002 -- What happens in a hurricane? -- Case study: Hurricane Andrew, 1992 -- Who helps after a hurricane? -- Case study: Hurricane Mitch, 1998 -- Can hurricanes be predicted? -- Can people prepare for hurricanes? -- Can hurricanes be prevented? -- Hurricane disasters of the past.