In the Mouth of the Dragon: Toxic Fires in the Age of Plastics, 2E - eBook
In the Mouth of the Dragon: Toxic Fires in the Age of Plastics, Second Edition is an essential resource for firefighters, fire officers, fire instructors, and emergency response professionals. Updated and expanded from Deborah Wallace’s groundbreaking toxicology research, this new edition examines the deadly impact of toxic smoke from modern plastics and synthetic materials, the growing cancer risk among firefighters, and proven strategies for exposure reduction. Coauthored by fire service leader Frank Leeb, the book combines scientific research, real-world fire case studies, and modern firefighting tactics to help responders understand smoke toxicity, carcinogen exposure, decontamination practices, and firefighter health in today’s evolving fire environment.
- Format:
- Paperback
- Number of Pages:
- 304
- Published Date:
- June 2026
- ISBN:
- 9781593705312