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"Wildfires rip through forests, choke the air with smoke, and destroy homes. Some wildfires are sparked by nature. Others are started by humans. All come with devastating results. Readers will find out the science behind wildfires, learn about recent wildfires around the world, and discover what's being done to prevent them. Dynamic photography and clear, engaging text will captivate the reader's attention"--
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Forest fires occur all over the world. Some are small, while others span across states and countries. This book explores the science behind forest fires: how they start, the damage they do, and ways to plan and prepare for the natural disaster. Through maps, photographs, and fast facts, readers will understand the workings of forest fires and their impact on the environment. They will likewise learn about ways fires are measured, where they happen,...
7) Forest fire!
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[1996]
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English
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Describes the forest life cycle and the destructive and renewing aspects of forest fire.
8) Fire!
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[2006]
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English
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The life cycle of a forest is examined, , from the devastation of a fire to its gradual renewal as a vital ecosystem.
11) Forest fires
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1999.
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First edition.
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English
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Discusses different kinds of forest fires, what causes them, where they occur, and how they can be prevented.
12) Wildfires
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[1998]
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English
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Discusses conditions which cause wildfires, ways to control them, and their damaging as well as beneficial effects. Includes a chapter on the forest fire in Yellowstone National Park in 1988.
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[2022]
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Español
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"Beginning readers will learn about how airplanes fight fires and save lives . . . color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to the features that are unique to this rescue aircraft"--Provided by publisher.
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