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If possible, fires are controlled and extinguished. Otherwise, since there is so little humidity in Antarctica, personnel are trained to dress in emergency clothing to protect them from the extreme environment and leave the building. Fire is potentially the most dangerous man-made danger in Antarctica.
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Why is smoking banned in most antarctic bases?
I think it might help u. All drinking water in antarctica comes from melting ice. fire fighting becomes very difficult indeed and this is why smoking is banned in most Antarctic bases.
How do people cook in the Antarctic?
Fire is a great cooking tool in the Antarctic.
Who am i i was an Antarctic ExplorerMy name is used for one of Australia's Antarctic bases?
You are Douglas Mawson.
What country had a fire break out in their Antarctic base?
Several bases have experienced fires, including those supported by Australia, Brazil, Argentina, UK and New Zealand.
When did Comandante Ferraz Antarctic Base fire happen?
Comandante Ferraz Antarctic Base fire happened on 2012-02-25.
What are the names of some of the antarctic bases?
Scott base
What is everyday life like in antarctic camps and bases?
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Which country had a fire break out in their Antarctic bass?
brazil
Can you name three bases run by the Australian Antarctic Division in Antarctica?
The Australian Antarctic Division operates several permanent bases on the Antarctic continent, namely, Casey, Davis, Macquarie Island and Mawson. During the summer, there are additional, temporary locations where research camps are operated.
Why should we develop military bases in antarctica?
'We' cannot. Whoever 'we' are. The Antarctic Treaty forbids it.
How dangerous is a fire on an Antarctic station?
A fire in an Antarctic research station is possibly the most dangerous event possible. Because there are generally no huge amounts of liquid water available to fight a fire, and because of the extreme dryness of the continent and all its buildings, fire can be fatal and completely devastating to a research station.
What time of year are there most people on the bases in antarctica?
Antarctic summer is the busiest season on the continent.
