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Wildfires
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Bushfire Weather 
 "Australia has a history of severe bushfires. Such tragedies ... [include] the Ash Wednesday fires of February 1983 (71 deaths in Victoria and South Australia), the Tasmanian fires of February 1967 (62 lives ...) and the New South Wales bushfires of 1994." This site provides information about bushfire weather risks, anatomy of a fire danger day, protecting yourself and your home, and related topics. From the Australian Government, Bureau of Meteorology. http://www.bom.gov.au/inside/services_policy/fire_ag/bushfire/bushfire.htm Topics: Environment Last updated Feb 9, 2009 Columbia Breaks Fire Interpretive Center (CBFIC)
Introduces a unique interpretive center located near Entiat, Washington state, "at the edge of the fire-prone foothills of the Cascade Mountains, [where] basalt cliffs and ridges known as 'breaks' alter the course of the mighty Columbia River." Features maps, a slideshow (describing fire lookouts, interpretive stops, and nature walks), and information about the CBFIC wildfire ecology curriculum. Includes project history and information about the foundation supporting the interpretive center). http://www.wildfirecenter.org/ Topics: Environment, Geography, Science, Water Last updated Jun 6, 2005 Earth Observatory Natural Hazards: Fires
Images of recent wildfires and fires set intentionally and unintentionally by humans as observed by NASA satellites. For example, includes photos of the fires in Kakadu National Park in Australia (2009), Angora fire in South Lake Tahoe, California, (June 2007), and the Bugaboo and Big Turnaround Complex fires in southern Georgia and northern Florida (April and May 2007). From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/NaturalHazards/category.php?cat_id=8 Topics: Environment Last updated Jun 27, 2009 Fire Information Cache
A study of the role of fire in park ecosystems is presented with this collection of papers on fire and fire management. Included are annual fire reports archived to 1995, GIS information, a bibliography, glossary of fire terms, links, and maps of "prescribed natural fires, suppressed lightning fires, human-caused wildfires, and planned and completed prescribed burns in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks." http://www.nps.gov/archive/seki/fire/indxfire.htm Topics: Agriculture, Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Plants, Science Last updated Nov 11, 2006 Fire Information Engine Toolkit
"This online toolkit provides interactive, science-based tools to help homeowners, decision-makers, and researchers better understand where wildfires occur and how to protect homes and neighborhoods, as well as get up-to-the-minute wildfire news." Homeowner tools include a wildfire assessment, a mitigation guide, tips on what to do after a fire, and links to related sites. From the Center for Fire Research and Outreach, University of California, Berkeley. http://firecenter.berkeley.edu/toolkit/ Topics: Environment, Home & Housing Last updated Oct 30, 2007 Fire Safety
This site pulls together information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on fire safety and wildfire prevention. Includes fact sheets and publications on wildfires, air quality and forest fires, worker safety, and protecting your home from wildfires. Some material available in Spanish and Chinese. http://www.bt.cdc.gov/firesafety/ Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Science Last updated Nov 3, 2003 Fire Wars
Companion site to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) NOVA program that follows firefighters during "one of the most destructive wildfire seasons ever, the summer of 2000." Provides interactive fire maps, information about firefighters' clothing and tools, a wildfire simulator, a glossary, a teacher's guide, and features exploring combustion, the wildlife-wildfire bond, and other fire-related topics. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/fire/ Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Science Last updated Jul 13, 2004 Firewise
"This web site contains educational information for people who live or vacation in fire-prone areas of the United States. It was designed to acquaint YOU with the challenges of living with wildland fire." Includes extensive information, a message board, news, resources for teachers, and the opportunity to ask questions of fire safety experts. Searchable. "All information is supplied and approved by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group, a consortium of wildland fire agencies." http://www.firewise.org/ Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Science Last updated Nov 3, 2003 Governor's Division of Emergency Management (GDEM) [Texas]
"GDEM is charged with carrying out a comprehensive all-hazard emergency management program for the State and assisting cities, counties, and state agencies in implementing their own emergency management program. GDEM ... is also responsible for supporting development and implementation of the Governor's Homeland Security Strategy." Features extensive emergency management related links; information for threat awareness campaigns for hurricanes, severe weather, lightning, West Nile virus, and wildfires; and more. From the Texas Department of Public Safety. http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Infectious Diseases, Outdoor Recreation, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Aug 30, 2006 Healthy Forest Initiative (HFI)
In August 2003 President Bush "announced his Healthy Forests Initiative to improve the health of our nation's forests and rangelands. ... The primary goal of the projects is to reduce the fire danger and return our forests and rangelands to a healthier state." This site from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service includes the text of the plan and background material, news, accomplishments, a brochure and posters, and links to related sites. http://www.fs.fed.us/projects/hfi/ Topics: Agriculture, Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Plants, Science Last updated Nov 18, 2003 How Wildfires Work
"An average of 5 million acres burns every year in the United States, causing millions of dollars in damage." This site discusses how wildfires start, burn, and die, with information on common causes of wildfires, impact of topography, and fighting wildfires. Includes links to additional resources. From HowStuffWorks. http://science.howstuffworks.com/wildfire.htm Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Science Last updated Nov 17, 2003 Institute of Business & Home Safety
The mission of the insurance industry initiative "is to reduce deaths, injuries, property damage, economic losses and human suffering caused by natural disasters." The site focuses on the safety of buildings before, during, and after disasters such as floods, high winds, wildfires, earthquakes, and tornados. Includes publications on topics such as rebuilding homes to make them more resistant to hurricanes and protection against flood damage. Some information only available to members. http://www.disastersafety.org Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Hurricane Katrina, Outdoor Recreation, Weather Last updated Sep 3, 2005 National Fire News
Wildfires information from the National Interagency Fire Center lists wildland fire locations, acres involved, estimated containment, and general comments. Included are large fire maps for all regions of the United States, links to national fire weather forecasts, and wildfire statistics. Information is "updated periodically." http://www.nifc.gov/fireinfo/nfn.html#California Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Science, Statistics Last updated Mar 24, 2004 National Fire Plan (NFP)
A program intended to improve our nation's response and follow-through with respect to fires. Topics covered include "firefighting, rehabilitation, hazardous fuels reduction, community assistance, [and] accountability." Search or browse the site to find reports, research, news, related links, and more. Also includes information specific to each state and a glossary. http://www.forestsandrangelands.gov/NFP/ Topics: Environment, Science Last updated Jun 17, 2007 National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
NIFC provides current wildland fire information, a seasonal outlook, and statistics, as well as links to other U.S. fire and weather maps. Information is also available on fire education and prevention, safety, and photographs from recent fire seasons. http://www.nifc.gov/ Topics: Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Photograph Collections, Science Last updated Jun 16, 2004 Smokeybear.com
Forest fire safety and prevention information from our old friend, Smokey the Bear. For younger campers: In the Forest (key wildlife and forestry links), Campfire Games, Bear Facts, and Smokey Mail. For all campers: The Science of Wildfires, Fighting Fires, Good Fires/Bad Fires, and Prevention. Smokey's Vault features nostalgic posters, images, and public service announcements spanning the campaign's long history. http://www.smokeybear.com/ Topics: Agriculture, Environment, Mammals, Outdoor Recreation, Plants Last updated May 27, 2003 Tax Relief in Disaster Situations
"This page lists tax relief recently granted by the IRS and provides links to other disaster-related resources." These documents provide details about claiming disaster losses (for individuals and businesses), tax relief related to terrorist acts and in presidentially-declared disaster areas, and providing disaster relief assistance through charitable donations. Includes state-specific tax information for wildfires, hurricanes, and other disasters. http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=108362,00.html Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Hurricane Katrina, Tax Filing Season Last updated Apr 4, 2008 USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region: Forests With a Future
Information about the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service "campaign in California and parts of Nevada to protect Sierra Nevada old-growth forests, wildlife and communities against catastrophic wildfires. This campaign is a proactive approach aimed at restoring natural conditions." Includes a brochure, printable flyers, and information sheets about thinning 20-30 inch diameter trees, reducing biomass, and related topics. Also includes a site map and a description of planned work. http://forestsfuture.fs.fed.us/ Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Plants, Science Last updated Aug 4, 2004 |
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