6. Impacts of Wildfires

Question 1

Environmental

Answer 1

Destruction of ecosystems and habitats, effects on ecosystems development- secondary succession

Atmosphere pollution from smoke and water pollution as toxic ash gets washed into water courses

Lack of trees and vegetation causes a depletion in nutrient stores, increasing leaching and risk of flooding

Short term surge of co2, increased emissions

Question 2

Social

Answer 2

Displacement
Damage to mobile phone stations and telephone exchanges impacting communication

Pressure on local authorities and emergency services to coordinate responses

Loss of injury and life

Development strategies for further wildfires

Question 3

Economic

Answer 3

Financial loss
Destruction of businesses
Cost of rebuilding
Damage to structures

Question 4

Political

Answer 4

Responses of local and national government
Reviews law/advice regarding use of countryside for leisure

Possible need for new employment and income stream