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A model for improving community preparedness for wildfire
| Author: |
Jakes, Pamela; Kruger, Linda; Monroe, Martha; [and others]. |
| Date: |
2003 |
| Periodical: |
St. Paul, MN: USDA Forest Service, North Central Research Station. 4 p |
| Link: |
http://www.ncrs.fs.fed.us/4803/highlights/Intro to website.pdf
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| Abstract: |
Reducing wildfire risk is a focus in communities across the country. Even in areas not traditionally considered at high fire risk, storm events, changing climate, and pest/disease outbreaks have focused attention on the potential for catastrophic fire. In addition, in areas where fire is viewed as a natural part of the ecosystem, the fact that more and more people choose these places to live means that there is a greater potential for significant fire impacts. The Social and Economic Dimensions of Ecosystem Management unit of the USDA Forest Service’s North Central Research Station has developed a model to help us understand wildfire preparedness. |
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