In 2017, the world faced a series of unprecedented natural disasters that left communities reeling and experts searching for answers. From the devastating floods and mudslides in South America to the record-breaking hurricanes that battered the Caribbean and the United States, and the fierce wildfires that consumed forests and leveled buildings in Europe and America, the year was marked by extreme weather events. Two deadly earthquakes also struck Mexico, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. This film captures the heart of these events, documenting the human experience of those caught in the path of these forces and the efforts of experts to understand the science behind them.