Forest fires (prairie) and nature and the impact of weather on them!
- There are natural causes for forest fires, which lead to widespread fire as these fires occur more in the summer, and this indicates that weather has an impact on them. In order for the fire to occur in the forest naturally, it needs three natural elements called the “triangle of fire” which are: Heat, fuel, and oxygen.
Most natural fires occur in the summer as mentioned above, as high temperatures encourage the spread of fires, dry grass and dry leaves constitute an excellent fuel for fires, while the wind provides the oxygen necessary to set the fire on.
And with these three natural elements abundant in the woods, all we have left for a fire to happen is only "spark."
Lightning is often the source of this spark that devours large swaths of green forests.
In addition to lightning strikes, volcanic eruptions or sparks resulting from falling rocks and rubbing them together may contribute to forest fires.
What factors contribute to the spread of fires to cover wider areas?
Weather: Fires often occur in the summer, when droughts control herbs and plants scattered in forests.
The temperature, humidity, and wind speed affect the spread of the fire.
In the event of a minor fire, the wind will spread it more broadly, because oxygen feeds the fire and increases it.
Fuel: Any fire that needs fuel consumed to ensure its continuity.
In the case of forests, the trees and herbs under which they grow biofuel are a bumper of these fires, which contributes to their widespread spread.
Terrain: The shape and shape of forests play an important role in the rapid spread of fires and their reach to wider areas.
Where fires tend to move quickly over steep slopes on both sides of mountains and hills, unlike flat lands.
Examples of forest fires that led to heavy material losses
The intensity of these fires has reached such a degree that the satellites in outer space have been able to capture clear pictures of these fires:
Siberia fires
Amazon Fires: Fires are common in the Amazon jungle during the dry season, which starts from July to October. And fires can be ignited by nature as in lightning strikes, but they may also be triggered by farmers and loggers who get rid of firewood to prepare the land for growing new crops or for grazing.
Comments (16)
28 Apr 2020
We would really like to hear what you think! It's great to share research but always give your opinion too. Alterantively, can you ask some questions about the information that will start a discussion?
Well thank you for this suggestion.
28 Apr 2020
I really lam so intrested with this my question is when they're Amazon or siberia fires that brings material losses how does it affect peoples lifestyle ,their homes ,their families and most important'y the nation?
It definitely affects people's daily lives negatively and expects huge losses at the national and international levels, as the economy is declining in the country
On the individual level, it affects them moodily, making them more nervous and affected by negative charges.
In the event of this, it is worth staying at home and taking public safety precautions, so they do not leave their homes until the situation is controlled and they do not visit their families.
Thanks for the reply
28 Apr 2020
They say prevention is better than cure
. How can we prevent material losses and destruction of properties which leads to people losing there lifes
28 Apr 2020
I want to raise this question can we prevent wildfires during the summer?
Thanks for reading
No, it is rather a natural thing that happens in nature, but we have to reduce some of the gases resulting from factory smoke and car exhaust
To reduce global warming and environmental pollution, all of this is a factor in forest fire
Thank you for starting this discussion! What sort of ways can factory smoke and car exhaust gases be reduced? Can you think of examples of green energy?
Thank you for this question and your honorable passage.
Here are some ways to reduce car exhaust in particular and in general antenna pollution.
Use public transportation, bike, or walk whenever possible. Purchase energy-saving home or office equipment that contains the Energy Star label, follow the instructions for refueling vehicles, ensure that fuel does not spill out of the filling slot, and tighten the filling slot. Purchase portable spill-resistant petrol containers if possible. Using compost or mulch. Use gas heaters instead of wood-burning ones. Participation in programs held by local authorities concerned with energy conservation.
Reducing the number of times a vehicle is used by purchasing widgets at once.
Avoid driving at a very slow speed, as this will consume large amounts of fuel for a certain distance, compared to traveling the same distance at normal speed. Regular maintenance of vehicles, such as changing the oil and filter, and making sure the tires are well inflated to avoid consuming more fuel while walking a certain distance, it can be cut with less fuel if the vehicle is well maintained.
29 Apr 2020
Wow .... what motivated you to write about that particular topic
Welcome, my dear.
First, we in this planet are exposed to natural disasters, and one of the most important
Forest fires but people don't know much about this
I wanted to tell him more about him and make them aware.
And let's take safety measures when any of them happen.
Thanks for your discussion.
30 Apr 2020
I think forest fires are bad for the environment and are bad for animals and it's destroying the 🌏 earth
30 Apr 2020
Please I would ask this question. Since oxygen supports burning, does it mean that we should cut down forest tree? Am confuse so if you have any suggestion please let me know thank you.
04 May 2020
Forest fires always start by one or two ways naturally caused or human caused.Natural fires are generally started by lightning ,with a very small percentage started by spontaneous combustion of dry fuel such sawdust and leaves.On the other hand ,human caused fires can be due to any number of reasons.
Forest Fire Preventing Tips
Obey local laws regarding open fires,including campfires;
Keep all flammable objects away from fire.
Have firefighting tools nearby and handy.
Carefully dispose of hot charcoal.
Drown all fires;
Carefully extinguish smoking materials.
Clear the area around the burn pile
any flammable debris .Keep fighting equipment handy-a connected water hose or at least five gallons of water and a shovel should be nearby.Don't burn if it's too windy to burn- if trees are swaying , flags are extended, or waves appear on open water.We can do this to avoid the spreading of fire in the forest, house every where
05 May 2020
I feel sad for Australia🇦🇺 because they have to face this fire 🔥 and I don’t hope there will be another one in the future.
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