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How will future climate change impact prescribed fire across the contiguous United States?

Environmental Studies and Forestry

How will future climate change impact prescribed fire across the contiguous United States?

A. Jonko, J. Oliveto, et al.

Discover how future climate change impacts prescribed fire opportunities across the United States. This research by Alex Jonko, Julia Oliveto, and their esteemed team shows a dramatic shift in suitable burning days, especially concerning rising temperatures and changing weather patterns. An eye-opening study you won't want to miss!

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Abstract
This study combines climate projections with prescribed burning window information for ecoregions across the contiguous United States to assess the impact of future climate change on prescribed fire opportunities. Projections indicate fewer suitable days in the eastern US due to rising maximum temperatures, but increased opportunities in the north and northwest due to rising minimum temperatures and declining wind speeds.
Publisher
npj Climate and Atmospheric Science
Published On
Apr 26, 2024
Authors
Alex Jonko, Julia Oliveto, Teresa Beaty, Adam Atchley, Mike A. Battaglia, Matthew B. Dickinson, Michael R. Gallagher, Ash Gilbert, Daniel Godwin, John A. Kupfer, J. Kevin Hiers, Chad Hoffman, Malcolm North, Joseph Restaino, Carolyn Sieg, Nicholas Skowronski
Tags
climate projections
prescribed burning
fire opportunities
temperature rise
ecoregions
contiguous United States
wind speed

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