Open AccessHurricane and Tropical Storm Impacts on Prescribed Fire and Wildfire Management Practices
Author(s) -
Dave Godwin,
Breanne Ward,
Jennifer E. Fawcett,
Gary C. Wood,
Raelene M. Crandall
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
edis
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2576-0009
DOI - 10.32473/edis-fr452-2022
Subject(s) - tropical cyclone , storm , environmental science , wildfire suppression , smoke , prescribed burn , environmental resource management , geography , meteorology , firefighting , forestry , cartography
Hurricanes and tropical storms can significantly alter forested and non-forested areas, creating unique hazards and considerations for wildland firefighters and prescribed burners. Prior to responding to wildfires and planning prescribed fires, fire managers should anticipate how these changes will affect fire behavior, smoke, hazards, and access to the fire.