Research Paper On Wildfires

In 2003, possibly one of the worst wildfires in California’s history occurred. This fire, referred to as the Cedar Fire, spread across 273,246 acres.

The first cavalry of wildland firefighters began in August 1886 led by Captain Moses Harris from Troop M. When he took command of the group at Yellowstone National Park, their job was to manage and protect the park.The cavalry remained there for the next 32 years. Quickly after the group's arrival, they immediately began fighting wildfires all around the park. Here emerged the first group of wildland firefighters to be paid for their service. Workers began to apply new regulations, including campfire restrictions when deemed absolutely necessary. These regulations are known as NFPA’s which is an acronym for National Fire Protection Association.

Wildfires need three things called a fire triangle they have fuel source,drywood,plants,oxygen, and a heat source. Every year wildfires burn more than 400 acres. Wildfire can damage homes or buildings and could kill people. Firefighters also fight fire by cutting dead grass.

The hayman fire is the biggest fire in recorded history burning 138,000 acres. The fire has had long lasting damages on the environment. There were many factor that added up that created a dangerous situation where the area was very fire prone. Though the fire was believed to be started by a woman burning a letter but the forest had the right conditions to generate a massive fire.

The Waldo Canyon Fire occurred on June 23, 2012 in Colorado. The area contained dry wild winds, and high temperatures as well as dry land; this resulted in the rapid spread of the fire. Firefighters responded to this situation by containing the fire spread, they checked the area where houses are close to vegetation. They evacuated the area to prevent more fatalities.

In making the decisions to protect people’s lives from hazards and disasters, evacuations sometimes become necessary. Of course early in the reaction to the incident, or the response phase, this may become a decision for local and state emergency managers. The San Diego, California wildfire which occurred in October 2007 caused a large scale evacuation. This essay is an analysis, and identification of lessons learned from the evacuation incident. As well a plan of personal recommendations and improvements will be made based on information covered in the National Housing strategy, and Robert Stafford Act.

The Eagle Creek fire—allegedly sparked by teenagers playing with fireworks over Labor Day weekend—has so far consumed over 37,000 acres in and around some of the most cherished spots in the Columbia River Gorge. On September 14, with rain on the way, officials said firefighters continue to employ burnout operations along the eastern section of I-84 as the fire continues to grow.

Wildland firefighers are hired by Forest Service Bureaus of land Management, National Park Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, U. F. Fish and Wildlife Service, Emergency Services, Fish and Game, and Fire and Rescue. Some local agencies also hire them where a large chunk of area within the city is covered by woodland. The employment would be for year-around or seasonal, which means the wildland firefighters will work only during the time when the probability of wildfire breaking out is high.

The Chicago Fire started on Oct,8 1871 just after nine o’clock. Ms. Catherine O’Leary was milking her cow in a wooden barn 137 Dekouen Street. Ms. Catherine cow kicked a lantern and it supposable that’s how the fire started. Studies say that the fire lasted for 2 days straight and that 300 people were found dead and that 100, 000 where homeless. After 2 days rain started to fall and over 200 million dollars’ worth of property was destroyed. The Great Chicago fire became famous because, it was the longest fire and it lasted two days and it spread over seventy-three miles. When the fire ended over 17,500 buildings were destroyed this fire took away a lot of things that where precious to them. The fire was so easily started because, everything

On August 12th, Los Angeles Times reported 16,500-acer wildfires grew overnight near Northern California’s wine county. The fire that started August 9th has continued to spread to nearby counties and officials fear gusty winds could continue to spread flames into dry woodlands. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protections, they have prompted residents near the Napa and Yolo county lines to flee their homes; at least 150 homes were evacuated.

Desert Fire, in Redmond, crafts inspired and tasty Tex-Mex cuisine with a contemporary aesthetic in its relaxing and charming eatery. The golden brown corn-crusted calamari served with chipotle remoulade sauce and the mojo de ajo shrimp and mushrooms sautéed in a buttery pepper sauce make delicious and fun-to-share appetizer options. Some of Desert Fire’s house specialty entrées include the fire-grilled chili rubbed house sirloin in a seven-spice blend, the signature tres enchiladas stuffed with tender chicken, a blend of cheeses and green onions and topped with salsa ranch dressing and the sizzling shrimp fajitas with veggies, rice, beans and guacamole, all of which are prepared to perfection.

The state of California is experiencing what is statistically it’s worst series of wildfires this year. This is partially due to the extremely wet winter California experienced in 2016. This caused vegetation to grow very abundant throughout the state. The warm and dry summer mixed with strong winds caused many fires to spread very rapidly. Between January 1 and December 3 CAL FIRE reported more than 6,760 fires.

A wildfire is any instance of uncontrolled burning in grasslands, brush, or woodlands. Wildfires destroy property and valuable natural resources, and may threaten the lives of people and animals. Wildfires can occur at any time of the year, but usually occur during hot, dry weather. Wildfires are usually signaled by dense smoke which may fill the air for miles around. The National Weather Service, U.S. Forest Service, and State forestry agencies combine to give wildfire probability forecasts. Local radio and television stations broadcast information and warnings on local fire conditions. Wildfires pose an increasing threat to the residential United States. In 1987, 53,000 fires consumed more than two million acres. By October 1988, almost

Farmers and ranchers are like a one big family with distant cousins three times or four times removed who live all across the country. While the cousins might not know one another or even heard the other’s name, when one is in need, they will come out of the woodwork to lend a helping hand.

According to Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, Wildfire means “a sweeping and destructive conflagration esp. in a wilderness or a rural area.” Also according to the same dictionary, wilderness means “a tract or region uncultivated and uninhabited by human beings.” Forest Fires happen when there is a drought because branches and twigs die and dry out creating plenty of fuel for a fire. According to the NIFC (National Interagency Fire Center) there are about 105,534 wildfires that occur each year.