Extreme Wildfire Smoke Jumpers, High-Tech Gear, Survival Tactics, and the Extraordinary Science of Fire

Name: Extreme Wildfire Smoke Jumpers, High-Tech Gear, Survival Tactics, and the Extraordinary Science of Fire
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ISBN: 9781426325304

ISBN-10: 1426325304

ISBN-13: 9781426325304

Edition: 2016

Authors: Mark Thiessen, National Geographic Kids

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In one moment, there's a simple spark, and then roaring flames surge 200 feet into the air, devouring forests. Trees, from root to canopy, are burned to the ground. Airtankers and helicopters hover above, executing an air attack. Brave firefighters, equipped with flame resistant suits, leap from helicopters onto the treetops and descend to the blazing forest floor. In this book, young readers will learn about the ecological impacts of wildfires, the ins and outs of fire science including tactics for prevention and containment, cutting-edge technology used to track wildfires and predict fire behavior, and about the impressive skill, survival tactics, and bravery required to control a…

Book details

List price: $16.99
Copyright year: 2016
Publisher: Disney Publishing Worldwide
Publication date: 8/30/2016
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 112
Size: 8.46" wide x 10.83" long x 0.31" tall
Weight: 1.034