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Blog Title: Alaska's Record-Breaking Wildfire SeasonBlog Introduction: It was a summer to remember

Wildfire Aware

Mar 18
2 min

Blog Title: Alaska's Record-Breaking Wildfire SeasonBlog Introduction: It was a summer to remember

It was a summer to remember in Alaska, and not for the best of reasons. This year marks what is likely to be the state’s seventh most...

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Wildfire Aware

Mar 17
2 min

How Plants Survive Fire

Every summer, the hot, dry weather brings an increased risk of wildfires to our region. But while this may be a cause for concern in some...

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What is an Anchor Point and Why Is It Important?

Wildfire Aware

Mar 16
2 min

What is an Anchor Point and Why Is It Important?

When it comes to putting out a wildfire, there’s no such thing as leaving things to chance. That’s why firefighters use something called...

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What is the Burning Index? A Guide to Fire Intensity Measurement

Wildfire Aware

Mar 15
2 min

What is the Burning Index? A Guide to Fire Intensity Measurement

Have you ever heard of the Burning Index (BI)? If not, you’re not alone. The Burning Index (BI) is an important tool used by firefighting...

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Wildfire Aware

Mar 14
2 min

A Closer Look at the Cedar Fire of 2003

In October 2003, a hunter in San Diego County lit a fire to signal for help. Little did he know that his small spark would ignite a...

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Firewise USA: Increase Your Community’s Wildfire Preparedness

Wildfire Aware

Mar 10
2 min

Firewise USA: Increase Your Community’s Wildfire Preparedness

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) through its Firewise USA program works with communities across the US to help them learn...

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Learn to Live with Fire: Introducing the Fire-Adapted Community

Wildfire Aware

Mar 9
2 min

Learn to Live with Fire: Introducing the Fire-Adapted Community

Wildfires are a natural and inevitable part of life, yet many communities are ill-prepared to handle them. As climate change continues to...

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Wildfire Aware

Mar 8
2 min

What is the Energy Release Component?

Have you ever heard of the Energy Release Component (ERC)? It's a number related to the available energy, BTU per unit area per square...

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Australia’s Bushfire Crisis: The Aftermath of Black Summer

Wildfire Aware

Mar 7
2 min

Australia’s Bushfire Crisis: The Aftermath of Black Summer

Australia experienced one of the worst wildfire events in recent history during the 2019-2020 bushfires, otherwise known as Black Summer....

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Wildfire Aware

Mar 4
2 min

The Dangers of Droughts Are Growing

Drought is an insidious disaster. It has a slow onset, and can occur anywhere in the world. While it may seem like just an inconvenience,...

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Water, Water Everywhere, But Not a Drop to Drink

Wildfire Aware

Mar 3
2 min

Water, Water Everywhere, But Not a Drop to Drink

Do you ever take for granted the fact that you have access to clean drinking water? It’s easy to forget about how essential this resource...

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Fire: A Necessary Part of a Healthy Ecosystem

Wildfire Aware

Mar 2
2 min

Fire: A Necessary Part of a Healthy Ecosystem

Fire is often seen as a destructive force, but did you know that fire can actually be beneficial to people and the land? After many years...

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Digging Deeper Into Drought: The Palmer Hydrological Drought Index (PHDI) Explained

Wildfire Aware

Mar 1
2 min

Digging Deeper Into Drought: The Palmer Hydrological Drought Index (PHDI) Explained

When people think about drought, they tend to think about the weather patterns that lead to it. But what about the long-term hydrological...

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Wildfire Aware

Feb 28
2 min

The Different Types of Water Shortages

We live in a world where water is essential to our daily life, yet it is often taken for granted. In many parts of the world, water...

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Wildfire Aware

Feb 24
2 min

The Growing Wildland Urban Interface

As the population of the United States continues to grow, so too does its Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). From 1990 to 2010, the size of...

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Everything You Need to Know About the Fire Triangle

Wildfire Aware

Feb 22
2 min

Everything You Need to Know About the Fire Triangle

Fires are fascinating, mesmerizing, and terrifying phenomena. We all understand that fires need fuel and heat to burn, but do you know...

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Wildfire Aware

Feb 21
2 min

Everything You Need to Know About the Fire Triangle

Fires are fascinating, mesmerizing, and terrifying phenomena. We all understand that fires need fuel and heat to burn, but do you know...

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The West is Burning: A Closer Look at the Increase in Wildfire Damage

Wildfire Aware

Feb 18
2 min

The West is Burning: A Closer Look at the Increase in Wildfire Damage

It's no secret that the Western United States has been plagued by relentless wildfires over the past several years. In 2022 alone, a...

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Wildfire Aware

Feb 17
2 min

How Fire Weather Affects Your Life

The term "fire weather" has become increasingly prevalent in the news lately, but what does it mean? Fire weather is the use of...

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Wildfire Aware

Feb 17
2 min

Understanding Fire Weather Patterns

When it comes to wildfires, every second counts. That’s why it is critical to understand the fire weather patterns that create the...

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