Wildfire evacuation Flashcards
Is wildfires just a bad thing?
No it can be a natural and essential part of the ecological ecosystem
Name the different ways a wildfire can spread
Directly flame
Radiant heat
Sparks/embers
Uphill
Dense continuous forests
What is Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI)?
Where structures and human development meet undeveloped wildland
What are some of the difference with a wildfire compared to a building fire?
Larger area
Can take days
Longterm impact on the environment, collective medical & psychological health, economy, politics
Involve huge populations
Name some different ways of wildfire evacuation
Mandatory
Recommended
Voluntary
What are some things to consider during a wildfire?
People respond differently to authorities policies
Consider the cascading incidents and the traffic-situation
Occupant factors
Environmental factors
