Fires of Kuwait | 1992 | Kuwait Oil Field Disaster Documentary

Published in 1992 and titled "Fires of Kuwait", this film delves into a chapter of history marked by devastation and resilience, chronicling the aftermath of one of the most dire environmental catastrophes of the late 20th century. As Iraqi forces were expelled from Kuwait by a United States-led coalition, they left behind a scorched earth, setting hundreds of oil wells ablaze in a vindictive farewell.

This documentary captures the ensuing inferno with gripping clarity, bringing to light the monumental challenge of extinguishing the fires and mitigating their aftermath.

The film is a riveting exploration of the efforts made by independent contractors tasked with taming these man-made volcanoes. Through in-depth accounts, "Fires of Kuwait" unfolds the story of these unsung heroes, whose battle against the relentless fires was as much a fight to protect the environment as it was a race against time.