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Tannehill, Ivan Ray
1890
1959
The Hurricane Hunters
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"The Hurricane Hunters" by Ivan Ray Tannehill is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book delves into the fascinating and perilous world of hurricane reconnaissance, exploring the roles and experiences of the brave men tasked with flying into the heart of hurricanes. It likely covers the evolution of storm tracking, the terrifying nature of these weather phenomena, and the advancements in technology and methodology used to understand and predict hurricanes. At the start of the narrative, the stage is set for a tense and anxious flight into an approaching hurricane. A young airman, a radio operator on his first mission, wrestles with terror and anticipation as he prepares to confront the overwhelming power of nature. The passage vividly describes his thoughts and fears as he boards the aircraft alongside seasoned crew members, highlighting the enormity of the storm that looms ahead. Meanwhile, onshore, people are already bracing for impact, reflecting the widespread anxiety that hurricanes evoke in coastal communities. The narrative introduces readers to the urgency of hurricane hunting, emphasizing both the dangerous conditions endured by the reconnaissance teams and the critical importance of their work in saving lives and property. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Hurricanes
Typhoons
Aeronautics in meteorology
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Category: History - Other
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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