Wild Fires

Author : Edward Struzik
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781610918183

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Firestorm by Edward Struzik Pdf

"Frightening...Firestorm comes alive when Struzik discusses the work of offbeat scientists." --New York Times Book Review "Comprehensive and compelling." --Booklist "A powerful message." --Kirkus "Should be required reading." --Library Journal In the spring of 2016, the world watched as wildfire ravaged the Canadian town of Fort McMurray. Firefighters named the fire "the Beast." It seemed to be alive with destructive energy, and they hoped never to see anything like it again. Yet it's not a stretch to imagine we will all soon live in a world in which fires like the Beast are commonplace. In Firestorm, Edward Struzik confronts this new reality, offering a deftly woven tale of science, economics, politics, and human determination. It's possible for us to flourish in the coming age of megafires--but it will take a radical new approach that requires acknowledging that fires are no longer avoidable. Living with fire also means, Struzik reveals, that we must better understand how the surprising, far-reaching impacts of these massive fires will linger long after the smoke eventually clears.

Author : George Wuerthner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2006-08-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCSD:31822035271535

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The Wildfire Reader by George Wuerthner Pdf

The Wildfire Reader presents, in an affordable paperback edition, the essays included in Wildfire, offering a concise overview of fire landscapes and the past century of forest policy that has affected them.

Author : Alessandra Potenza
Publisher : Children's Press
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1338769537

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All about Wildfires by Alessandra Potenza Pdf

"This book shows readers the awesome power of wildfires"--

Author : Cecilia Minden
Publisher : Cherry Lake
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781602799257

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Wildfires! by Cecilia Minden Pdf

Level 2 guided reader that educates students about wildfires, their causes and effects.

Author : George Wuerthner
Publisher : Foundations for Deep Ecology 3
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Law
ISBN : 1597260703

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Wildfire by George Wuerthner Pdf

Wildfires are an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon that have shaped North America's landscapes. Containing over 150 photographs, this book covers the topic of wildfire from ecological, economic, and social/political perspectives. It also examines the policies and practices that affect them, such as fire suppression.

Author : Carrie Mac
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-28
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780399556319

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Wildfire by Carrie Mac Pdf

Into the Wild meets The Serpent King in this story about Annie and Pete, two best friends on a dangerous and emotional trek through the woods. Annie and Pete have been best friends since they were little. They know each other better than anyone, and they've been on more adventures than they can count--they even have a notebook filled with all the times they've almost died. But they always survive, because together, they're invincible. And they've always been just friends. But lately, Annie has been thinking that maybe friendship is just the beginning, and she's been mentally replaying all the times they were almost something more. Now they're heading out on their next great quest: a ten-day backpacking trip through the mountains of Washington State, ending at Fire Camp, where they'll learn to fight the area's growing wildfire problem. The woods spark with the promise of adventure, but a freak climbing accident interrupts their progress, and as the wildfires close in and smoke envelops them, Annie and Pete wander farther from the trail. Carrie Mac's gripping story of the power of unrequited love and the danger of the elements is harrowing, beautiful, and unforgettable. A Globe and Mail Best Book of the Year "Mac is as comfortable writing about the wilderness as she is exploring the internal world of a teenage girl, and the combination of the two is enthralling and devastating."--Quill and Quire, Starred review "At turns heartbreaking, joyful, and frightening. An affecting combination of wilderness adventure and poignant teen angst."--Kirkus "For a novel so introspective, the pace is remarkably quick...Recommend to fans of John Green, Adam Silvera, or Sarah Dessen. Advise readers to have tissues on hand for this riveting tale of friendship, grief, and survival."--SLJ

Author : Tara K. McGee,Amy Cardinal Christianson,First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership
Publisher : Purich Books
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780774880688

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuations by Tara K. McGee,Amy Cardinal Christianson,First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership Pdf

Nearly one-third of wildfire evacuations in Canada involve Indigenous communities. While evacuations are carried out to protect people from smoke and flames, deciding to leave brings its own challenges. Based on interviews with evacuees from seven First Nations, this book outlines how Indigenous communities and external organizations can best prepare for the different stages of a wildfire evacuation, including: deciding when to leave putting a plan in motion troubleshooting transportation finding accommodation caring for evacuees returning home. With climate change increasing the likelihood of wildfires around the world, this book is an invaluable resource for any community at risk from fire.

Author : Lauren Tarshis
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781338317473

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I Survived the California Wildfires, 2018 (I Survived #20) by Lauren Tarshis Pdf

California continues to be ravaged by devastating wildfires. Lauren Tarshis's heart-pounding story tells of two children who battle the terrifying flames and -- despite the destruction -- find hope in the ashes. The people of Northern California were used to living with the threat of wildfires. But nothing could have prepared them for the devastating 2018 fire season, the deadliest in 100 years and the most destructive in history.In the 20th I Survived book, readers join eleven-year-old Josh as he leaves his New Jersey home for the rural northern California town where his cousins live. Still reeling from the life-changing challenges that propelled him and his mother across the country, Josh struggles to adapt to a more rustic, down-to-earth lifestyle that couldn't be more different from the one he is used to.Josh and his cousin bond over tacos and reptiles and jokes, but on a trip into the nearby forest, they suddenly find themselves in the path of a fast-moving firestorm, a super-heated monster that will soon lay waste to millions of acres of wilderness and -- possibly -- their town. Josh needs to confront the family issues burning him up inside, but first he'll have to survive the flames blazing all around him.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Subcommittee on Domestic Policy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : PSU:000066753933

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What the October Wildfires Revealed about Preparedness in Southern California by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Subcommittee on Domestic Policy Pdf

Author : Suzanne Garbe
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781429684187

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The Worst Wildfires of All Time by Suzanne Garbe Pdf

"Describes the worst wildfires in history, as well as causes, types, and disaster tips"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Andrea Rivera
Publisher : Abdo Zoom-Launch
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09
Category : Natural disasters
ISBN : 1532120419

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Wildfires by Andrea Rivera Pdf

What causes wildfires? How do scientists predict and prepare for them? Discover the answers to these questions and more. Vibrant, full-color photos and bolded glossary terms make each of the book's five chapters engaging and easy to read. Plus, a key stats section lets readers zoom in and learn more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.

Author : Rodman Philbrick
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781338266917

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Wildfire (The Wild Series) by Rodman Philbrick Pdf

Newbery Honor author Rodman Philbrick sends readers straight into the nightmare of a raging wildfire as 12-year-old Sam is trapped by explosive flames and deadly smoke that threaten to take his life. Can he survive? Flames race toward Sam Castine's summer camp as evacuation buses are loading, but Sam runs back to get his phone. Suddenly, a flash of heat blasts him as pine trees explode. Now a wall of fire separates Sam from his bus, and there's only one thing to do: Run for his life. Run or die.Lungs burning, Sam's only goal is to keep moving. Drought has made the forest a tinderbox, and Sam struggles to remember survival tricks he learned from his late father. Then, when he least expects it, he encounters Delphy, an older girl who is also lost. Their unlikely friendship grows as they join forces to find civilization.The pace never slows, and eventually flames surround Sam and Delphy on all sides. A powerful bond is forged that can only grow out of true hardship -- as two true friends beat all odds and outwit one of the deadliest fires ever.At the end of the novel, information about wildfires and useful safety tips add to the reader's understanding of one of the US's most dangerous natural disasters.

Author : Rebecca Pettiford
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781618918307

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Wildfires by Rebecca Pettiford Pdf

It takes just three simple ingredients to create a flaming wildfire that spreads across the land and impacts life hundreds of miles away! This fascinating title uses leveled text and vivid photos to introduce readers to powerful wildfires. Special features offer readers even more about these natural disasters. They include a map, a formation graphic, a famous wildfire profile, and more!

Author : Doug Knowling
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781365453458

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Ecological Restoration: Wildfire Ecology Reference Manual by Doug Knowling Pdf

Fire ecology is a scientific discipline concerned with natural processes involving fire in an ecosystem and the ecological effects, the interactions between fire and the abiotic and biotic components of an ecosystem, and the role of fire as an ecosystem process.

Author : Taylor Morrison
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0618509003

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Wildfire by Taylor Morrison Pdf

Takes a comprehensive look at forest fires, their causes and the methods used to control them.