The 2023–2024 "State of Wildfires" report by Copernicus provides an in-depth analysis of the increasing global wildfire activity, highlighting how climate change is intensifying the frequency and severity of wildfires…
Adam PrellNovember 27, 2024
MODIS has aided firefighters by providing daytime visible imagery and night-time information on active fires. It also has helped explain fire behavior. A recent study from the US Forest Service…
Hannah JonesMay 14, 2024
The National Interagency Fire Center published the wildfire outlook for the period of May 2024 through August 2024. This outlook is a synthesis of predictions from both Geographic Area Predictive…
Adam PrellMay 2, 2024
The National Interagency Fire Center published the wildfire outlook for the period of April 2024 through July 2024. This outlook is a synthesis of predictions from both Geographic Area Predictive Services…
Hannah JonesApril 3, 2024
The relationship between wind and wildfires is complex and critical. Certain types of winds, known for their unique characteristics, play a significant role in the ignition, spread, and intensity of…
Adam PrellMarch 11, 2024
The National Interagency Fire Center published the wildfire outlook for the period of March 2024 through June 2024. This outlook is a synthesis of predictions from both Geographic Area Predictive Services…
Adam PrellMarch 6, 2024
In the realm of climate forecasting, understanding the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is paramount. The latest insights from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shed light on the February…
Adam PrellFebruary 13, 2024
The National Interagency Fire Center published the wildfire outlook for the period of January 2024 through April 2024. This outlook is a synthesis of predictions from both Geographic Area Predictive Services…
Michael CoxJanuary 2, 2024
With the 2023 season wrapping up, the National Hurricane Center stated that the Atlantic hurricane season ties for the fourth-busiest on average. This year there were 19 named storms with…
Hannah JonesNovember 27, 2023
