Title:
Extreme wildfire : smoke jumpers, high-tech gear, survival tactics, and the extraordinary science of fire
Added Author:
Publication Date:
2016
Publication Information:
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2016]
Physical Description:
111 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
ISBN:
9781426325304
Abstract:
"From a searing expanse of flames in Russia to barreling blazes in California, no wildfire is too extreme for National Geographic photographer and wildland firefighter Mark Thiessen. Travel with Thiessen across the globe as he investigates dangerous infernos and works alongside courageous firefighting teams. Offering stunning photography, expert advice, and inside information on the most high-tech gear, the author turns up the heat to show you the incredible science behind the flames."
Contents:
The science of wildfire -- Battling wildfire from the ground -- Battling wildfire from the air -- Ecology of wildfire -- Living with wildfire.
Personal Subject:
Language:
English
Audience:
Ages 8-12.
