Violent Earth — Season 1
When Mother Nature speaks, listen.
About this season
Explore the unbelievable science behind epic natural disasters. Featuring incredible footage and interviews with scientists, storm chasers, and survivors, this series examines our changing climate.
Episodes (5)
1. Tornado
Aired 2 June 2024 • 60 min
Tornadoes are among the most powerful and destructive natural hazards in the world, with the U.S. experiencing the most globally. Experts explain their formation, while residents of Joplin, Missouri (tornado in 2011) and Mayfield, Kentucky (tornado in 2021) share harrowing survival stories.
2. Wildfire
Aired 9 June 2024 • 44 min
Wildfires are becoming megafires, devastating populated areas and causing tragic loss of life, as seen with the Yarnell Hill Fire and the Maui Fire in Lahaina, Hawaii; experts investigate the science and causes behind this phenomenon.
3. Tsunami
Aired 16 June 2024 • 44 min
Two of the deadliest tsunamis ever recorded are the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami and the 2011 Tohoku Tsunami in Japan. Survivors recount traumatic experiences as scientists shed light on the causes and warning signs of tsunamis.
4. Volcano
Aired 23 June 2024 • 44 min
Volcanoes erupt globally every day, with immense destructive potential. Detailed footage and survival tales provide insight into their monstrous power, from Mount St. Helens in 1980 to the 2018 eruption of Volcán de Fuego.
5. Hurricane
Aired 30 June 2024 • 44 min
Hurricane season, from June to November, grips millions with anticipation and fear. The nation's top experts explore their formation, increasing frequency, heightened power, and the science behind surviving these killer storms.