"This informative book shows young readers how and why long periods of hot weather occur, where and when heat waves happen most often, and how extreme heat can be dangerous to people and animals. Readers will also learn about water shortages, droughts, and fire hazards, the equipment that meteorologists use to forecast heat waves, and techniques to stay safe during times of extreme heat"--Provided by publisher.

Golden sun -- What is weather? -- The atmosphere -- What is a heat wave? -- Summer heat -- Droughts -- Heat dangers -- Keep your cool -- Studying weather -- Cool experiment!.