Inside the Inferno - Episode 1 (ATOM Study Guide)

No nation is as ravaged by fire as Australia. It is the ever-present force that shapes our land and people. Every summer threatens to explode into an inferno, yet despite repeated disasters this enemy remains largely unknown to us. Why is it so deadly, and how can we fight it? In this series, we'll meet the scientists trying to crack the mystery of Australian fires and join the front-line forces using an astounding array of technology to fight back. The battle rages as we go Inside the Inferno.

This study guide to accompany Inside the Inferno has been written for secondary students at all levels. It provides information and suggestions for learning activities in Civics and Citizenship, English, Environmental Science, Geography, Media Studies, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, Science and cross-curriculum projects addressing Sustainability.