Alex enjoys kayaking behind the raft of his aunt and uncle as they journey down Idaho's Salmon River, until they find themselves in the middle of a forest fire.
Presents an illustrated description of a forest fire that destroyed Peshtigo, Wisconsin and twelve other towns in November, 1871, and includes information about forest fires, and the town of Peshtigo today.
Living with his great-grandmother in rural Florida, ten-year-old Ben looks forward to the Fourth of July celebrations, but the day becomes complicated by the presence of a new neighbor boy, a stray puppy, and local wildfires.
Describes the causes and effects of forest and bush fires, case studies of past fires, how they are fought, and how they can be predicted or prevented in the future.
Examines the science behind wildfires, including what causes them, the different types of wildfires, their devastating effects, and how to stay safe during a wildfire. Includes photographs and side-bars.
Garth and his friends, working to earn money for a trip to Fiji by thinning trees, must run for their lives when a small fire quickly engulfs a pine tree which ignites a full-blown forest fire.
Nick and Kia are just beginning to get the hang of life in the wilderness when a raging forest fire threatens to destroy Ned's home and cut off their escape.
