Inside the Megafire Preview
The California wildfires of 2018 took a worrisome trend to a new extreme, claiming scores of lives and over a million acres. Scientists investigate how forestry practices, climate change, and drought may contribute to the rise of deadly megafires.
Previews + Extras
As Megafires Have Become More Common, So Have Fire Tornadoes
S46 E8 - 2m 32s
Northern California’s Carr Fire spawned a deadly fire tornado with incredibly powerful winds. But what caused its flames to start spinning?
Why Fires Move Faster Up a Hill than Down
S46 E8 - 2m 33s
Paradise, California's Camp Fire accelerated as it moved uphill. U.S. Department of Agriculture scientists conduct an experiment to discover why.
Camp Fire Survivor Sees Destroyed Home for the First Time
S46 E8 - 1m 54s
After the largest and deadliest wildfire in California's history to date scorches Paradise, California, a resident returns home and witnesses the Camp Fire's destruction firsthand.
Residents Flee Paradise During the Camp Fire
S46 E8 - 1m 34s
As the Camp Fire scorches a community in Northern California, residents leave by car and on foot. Their journey is captured on harrowing cell phone videos.
How Did the Camp Fire Start and Spread?
S46 E8 - 1m 46s
The Camp Fire, which began on Nov. 8, 2018, was the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history to date.
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