Setting Fires for Science (1958)

Setting Fires for Science (1958) poster

This film shows the scientific study of fires set to buildings in Aultsville, Ontario, a town evacuated for flooding by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Scientists at Canada's National Research Council devised instruments for recording the progress of a fire in all its stages, to help the country's fire fighters lessen fire's tragic toll.

Director: Donald Brittain
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 20 min
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Cast

Editing: Hubert Schuurman
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Donald Brittain
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Setting Fires for Science about?
This film shows the scientific study of fires set to buildings in Aultsville, Ontario, a town evacuated for flooding by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Scientists at Canada's National Research Council devised instruments for recording the progress of a fire in all its stages, to help the country's fire fighters lessen fire's tragic toll.
Who directed Setting Fires for Science?
Setting Fires for Science was directed by Donald Brittain.
Who stars in Setting Fires for Science?
Setting Fires for Science stars Geoffrey Hogwood.
How long is Setting Fires for Science?
Setting Fires for Science has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
What genre is Setting Fires for Science?
Setting Fires for Science is a Documentary film.
Where was Setting Fires for Science produced?
Setting Fires for Science was produced in Canada.