Module library:
fire behavior / weather
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When Lightning Strikes (2012)the thunder rolls...and the lightning strikes...Review the anatomy of a lightning strike and the safety precautions if you are caught in a lightning storm. Add Module to CartYouTube video available for streaming (11:25 min). |
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skywatching (2009)weather observationsBoise meteorologist explains storm formation, air moisture, vertical development, wind and virga. Add Module to CartYouTube video is available for streaming (8:06 min). |
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fire weather forecasting (2009)weather briefingNIFC meteorologist describes in detail the elements of a fire weather forecast. Add Module to CartYouTube video is available for streaming (6:18 min). |
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weather and wind warnings (2010)winds of changeNOAA weather service representative discusses various types of winds, how they affect fire and your personal responsibility when noticing wind changes. Add Module to CartYouTube video is available for streaming (12:15 min). |
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mega fires as seen on 60 minutes (2008)new age of fireDocumentary about how fires in the past five to ten years have been extraordinarily large. Firefighting agencies do not have enough resources to suppress these fires. Add Module to CartYouTube video available for streaming (11:24 min). |
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upper end fire behavior (2008)extreme fire behaviorSpecialists discuss simultaneous ignition, maxing out fire behavior models, flashovers, area ignition and ground fire experiments. Add Module to CartYouTube video available for streaming (20:47 min). |
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