What's a Haboob?

by Therese M. Shea

Book Overview

A haboob is a violent dust storm or sandstorm. Haboobs usually occur in hot, dry locations, such as the Sahara Desert. How does a haboob form? What speeds and heights might an intense haboob reach? What are the dangers of a haboob and how can one protect themselves during it? Readers will learn the answer to these questions and more in this informative and interesting book. Eye-catching photographs bring the information to life. Fact boxes feature...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538288079
• ISBN13: 9781538288078
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 8.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7