Beyond Catastrophes

Venture into the eye of some of the most destructive hurricanes on record. Look at the powerful natural forces that fuelled Irma, Katrina, and other monster storms, then learn why global warming is making them even bigger and more aggressive.

Listen to the harrowing stories of people who survived deadly twisters in Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Alabama. Then meet scientists who are racing to build cutting-edge technology that could reveal how tornadoes form, saving countless lives.

Grapple with the devastation left behind by record-breaking infernos in California and Hawaii. Explore new and old technologies that are helping first responders stop the flames, and see how pioneers are rebuilding and adapting to a growing threat.

Dig into the science behind the most chilling blizzards, then get a front-row seat to more chaos caused by snow and ice. Witness the sheer power of an avalanche, revisit a tragic glacier collapse, and examine breakthroughs in storm forecasting.

Examine the seismic forces behind some of the world’s most violent earthquakes, from California to Haiti to New Zealand. See how they spark other disasters, such as tsunamis, and inspect innovative tools that could predict the next big one.

Watch as heavy rains turn serene landscapes into churning, deadly rivers. Find out why flash floods are some of the most dangerous natural disasters, then hear from survivors who describe the panic and terror of getting caught up in a wall of water.