A new white paper on the many ways wildfires affect people and the planet makes clear that as fires become more intense and frequent, the urgency for effective and proactive fire science grows.
A new white paper on the many ways wildfires affect people and the planet makes clear that as fires become more intense and frequent, the urgency for effective and proactive fire science grows. By addressing these challenges, the fire research community aims to better protect our planet and its inhabitants.
Fire is a natural part of life on Earth, sustaining healthy and balanced ecosystems worldwide. But human activity and a changing climate are rapidly shifting both the frequency and severity of wildfire events, creating new risks to human and environmental health.
Recently, a group of scientists from 14 countries and across several disciplines – physical and social sciences, mathematics, statistics, remote sensing, fire communication and art, operational fire science, and fire management – gathered to discuss rapid changes in fire regimes and identify pathways to address these challenges.
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