A new 'geography of fire' defines southern US wildfire risk
In the Southeast, wildfire risk is increasing. Fire suppression has allowed fuel to accumulate in forests, droughts are becoming more common, and communities are developing more homes and infrastructure in forested areas. Policymakers and managers therefore need updated tools for strategic fire management in the South.
In the Southeast, wildfire risk is increasing. Fire suppression has allowed fuel to accumulate in forests, droughts are becoming more common, and communities are developing more homes and infrastructure in forested areas. Policymakers and managers therefore need updated tools for strategic fire management in the South.
