Virtual Library

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Local Weather

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Library Materials

Audiobooks

Severe Weather

Want to hear about weather? Download titles from our eBook or audiobook collection.

 

Books

Meteorology Books

Read these books to increase your understanding of the science of meteorology.

 

General

Tornadoes, Hurricanes, and Natural Disasters

Browse these informative and educational materials on different weather conditions.

 

Playaways

Weather

Listen to the weather book on the go. All you need are headphones!

 

Videos

Severe Weather (streaming videos)

Witness how weather and climate conditions can turn disastrous.

 

Weather

Learn about various weather conditions.

 

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Library Online Resources

CountryWatch

CountryWatch Forecast offers energy forecast for 20 years (through the year 2025) of trends in six major energy markets.

 

FastFacts

Got questions about severe weather? Explore this area of our site to get answers.

 

Maps of the World

Browse this database to get a detailed overview on natural disasters.

 

NetLinks

Browse Internet resources reviewed and selected by library staff.

 

Orlando Sentinel

Read news or articles about the climate conditions around Orlando.

 

WorldBook

New to Florida? Explore the state’s land and climate.

 

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Kids & Teens

 

Library Online Resources

Expanded Academic ASAP
Do you have a question about weather conditions? Find your answers here!

 

Library Materials

Books on Thunderstorms

Learn how thunderstorms form, and how they can be dangerous to you.

 

Materials for Kids
Browse this collection on weather.

 

Web Sites

AccuWeather for Kids (AccuKidz)
Explore this interactive Web site that helps children learn about the weather. Don't forget to explore the AccuKidz Weather blog, written by AccuKidz reporters!

 

ChannelOne.com - Natural Disasters

Are you prepared for a natural disaster? Take the quizzes to find out educational information about nature's worst disasters.

 

FEMA for Kids: The Disaster Area

Know about the different kinds of disasters so you can be prepared!

 

The Weather Channel Kids

This site provides interactive weather games, maps, activities, and educational teaching materials for classrooms.

 

Weather Wiz Kids

Learn about the fascinating world of weather.


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Web Sites

Weather Hazards

IRIS Seismic Monitor

Track seismic activity past and present. And keep an eye on ongoing earthquakes worldwide!

 

 

Local Weather

 

7-Day Zone Forecast for Orange County

Looking for current hazardous weather conditions? Find short term forecasts or detailed point forecasts here.

 

West Central Florida Real Time Lightning Display

Keep track of weather warning signs for lightning in Central Florida.

 

International Weather

AccuWeather.com - World Weather

This site includes hurricane weather, world and local weather forecasts, plus radars, news, and weather maps.

 

Severe Weather Information Centre

Look for international advisories and warnings on the tropical cyclone via World Meteorological Organization.


National Weather Service Marine Forecasts (NOAA)

Information in great detail from the amateur weather watcher to the professional  meteorologist. Look for warning signals or signs at NOAA's National Weather Service.

 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

More information from NOAA on severe weather.

 

Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (NOAA)

The National Weather Service tracks underwater earthquakes. They are more common than you would think!

 

Rip Currents: Break The Grip of The Rip! (NOAA)

Explore this site for a rip current overview, safety tips, forecasts, photos, headlinessurvivor stories, multimedia, resources, and glossary list.

 

Savage Seas 

PBS online explains tsunamis, trade winds, and freak waves. With the interactive wave machine you can create your own giant wave!

 

Severe Weather Awareness

Watch out for warning signs and indications in your area.

 

Severe Weather Events Calendar

Find events and dates for severe and flood weather past and present.

 

Storm Prediction Center: Fire Weather Forecasts

This site provides fire watches along with a suite of hazardous weather forecasts.

 

Tornadoes... (NOAA) 

Learn how these destructive forces of nature are formed and get tips to stay safe! 

 

Blogs

Hurricanes & Severe Weather
This Web log serves as a great source of news and information when severe weather threatens Central Florida.

 

The Weather Guys

Weather editors Bob Swanson and Doyle Rice provide commentary on national weather trends and patterns.

 

The Weather Channel Blog

Read the weather channel blog to get information on weather news, hurricanes, tornadoes, and meteorology.

 

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