Burning up

"As the planet warms, a ripple effect takes place: greenhouse gas emissions create warmer weather, which leads to heat waves, which then contribute to forest fires. Taking a hopeful yet realistic approach, this book encourages readers to understand the relationship between intensifying heat and disaster. It discusses . . . scientific research, shows examples of heat waves and forest fires all over the world, and encourages citizen engagement with stories of young activists. Through . . . facts, photographs, and charts, readers will understand the connection between global warming and disasters like heat waves and forest fires"--Provided by publisher.