The Big One: The Cascadia Earthquakes and the Science of Saving Lives
(Part of the Scientists in the Field Series)
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Book Overview
No one ever thought the Pacific Northwest was due for an earthquake, let alone a catastrophic one. But geologists are transforming our understanding of the grave dangers the population in the region of Cascadia face--will there be a big one? And what can be done to save lives? America's Pacific Northwest has relatively few earthquakes--only a handful each year that cause even moderately noticeable shaking. But a couple decades ago, scientists discovered a geological feature running along the coast that in other parts of the world regularly triggers massive earthquakes of 8.0 magnitude and higher. Were there once massive earthquakes in this part of the world? Geologists think there were. Now a small group of scientists are studying things that you might not think have anything to do with earthquakes--marsh soil, ocean sediments, landslide debris, and ghost forests--and they have reason to believe that the Pacific Northwest is likely not as idyllic as it was once assumed. The population is likely in grave danger of a massive earthquake at some point. What can be done? The big one can't be stopped, but scientists are working tirelessly to learn as much as they can to prepare.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0544889045
ISBN13:9780544889040
Release Date:August 2020
Publisher:Clarion Books
Length:80 Pages
Weight:1.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 11.2" x 9.4"
Age Range:10 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 5 to 7
Customer Reviews
1 rating
Good info for all ages--only objection is you have to check item details to learn it is a children's
Published by AKNM , 1 year ago
This is an excellent explanation of seismic processes as specifically relates to the Pacific Northwest, though it includes an overview of plate tectonics applicable anywhere in the globe. There is also a decent chapter on basic disaster preparedness. It seems to be geared to about 4th to 6th graders, though it would be very accessible to a scientifically inclined younger child with a little adult guidance, and it does not talk down to the reader or dumb down the information, so older students and adults could still get something out of it. Sort of a read-and-done for me on that account, but I will be donating it to my local library, since some adult or young person can certainly get something out of it.
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