Wildfires are uncontrolled fires that spread quickly and can destroy homes and the environment nearby. But how do these fires start—and how do they spread and become dangerous so quickly? This simple animated video produced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA) describes the basics and demonstrates how the NOAA satellites help to identify and control wildfires. Thanks to NOAA for sharing this video.

Run Time 00:02:42

First Run 9/4/2021