Hurricanes are incredibly powerful displays of nature´s strength. Here are some interesting facts about hurricanes and storms.

When they say a hurricane is Category 5 or Category 1, what does that mean? What are the differences and what can we expect with each hurricane category?

Earthquakes have been recorded in terms of magnitude since 1899. What are the most powerful earthquakes that we know about?

Many types of weather maps have become available since the advent of computers and the Internet. Get some tips on how to use these informative tools.

Lately we have heard about La Nina in the news. Forecasters have mentioned that La Nina might be responsible for the unusual weather we have had in the United States. Well just what exactly is La Nina and how does it happen and what are the effects of it?

What causes the weather? Have you ever wondered what factors influence the weather and why some areas are cold and some are warm?

The forecasters are warning that a hurricane is likely to hit your area in the next few days. What do you do? The tips inside are to help you plan and prepare if you should happen to find yourself facing the possibility of a hurricane in your area.

Have you ever wondered where exactly a hurricane comes from? Did you know that without certain factors a hurricane cannot survive? What are these factors and what is the process for the formation of a hurricane? how do hurricanes form? what causes a hurricane?

We have been recording earthquakes since the late 1800s. What are the most deadly earthquakes in our history?

Ocean earthquakes off the Pacific Northwest suggest the potential for stronger earthquakes and tsunamis in the region of the Ring of Fire.