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Forest Fires

Forest fires have caused devastation and regeneration all around the world for thousands of years. Forest fires may be devastating when out of control, but they are also necessary from time to time in order to keep forests healthy and regenerate new life. This category explores the effects forest fires have on our world.

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What is the red substance that is dropped from planes to put out fires?

These are usually a combination of primarily phosphates and sulphates. The red is a coloring added to the mix.

See the Web Link to the left for more information on the most commonly used one.

What is Jonas's assignment in the book the Giver?

The Receiver of memory; Jonas will take lessons with the "Giver", training him to become the future "Giver". What the receiver does is take memories of things like color, animals, snow and other things nonexistent in Jonas's world. He will become the most knowledgeable man in all of his world. He will be called for when the people are in a time of panic or when they do not no what to do.

When did Hayman Fire happen?

The Hayman Fire occurred in Colorado, United States, in June 2002. It started on June 8th and was fully contained on July 18th. It is the largest wildfire in the state's history, burning approximately 138,000 acres.

How do you survive a forest fire from not getting your house burned?

To increase your chances of surviving a forest fire without your house getting burned, you can take several precautions. Clear flammable debris, like dry leaves and firewood, from around your property. Create a defensible space by keeping a distance of at least 30 feet between the house and any vegetation. Install fire-resistant roofing materials and regularly clean gutters and roofs to prevent ember ignition. Additionally, ensure you have an evacuation plan and stay updated on local fire warnings and evacuation notices.

What happened to the boy who ate fire?

Eating fire can cause serious injuries or even be fatal. If a boy ate fire, he likely suffered burns to his mouth, throat, and digestive system. Medical treatment would be necessary to manage the burns and any related complications.

How is Mercury introduced into the environment?

Mercury is introduced into the environment through both natural and human activities. Natural sources include volcanic eruptions and weathering of rocks, while human activities like industrial processes, coal burning, and mining contribute significantly to mercury emissions. Once released into the air or water, mercury is transported and can accumulate in ecosystems, leading to harmful effects on animals and humans.

Why are forest fires necessary for regeneration in Australia?

Many of Australia's plants seeds in the soil rely on the chemicals produced by fire to make them start growing. They also need the sunlight from the open canopy. Without the fires that the bush has evolved to regenerate. the more opportunistic often rainforest species take over. the gully species like Pittosporum undulatum are also killed by the fires. Unfortunatly due to the loss of human life in wildfires Australian's are now scared of fires. And don't allow the bushland to burn, as frequently as is necessary. maybe we shouldn't have built our houses all along the tops of the ridglines in a fingers type shape, basically saying hey I'm going to build my house as fire pronely as possible. And then they get scared and go and clear hundreds of meters of bush from around the houses for protections. But it is obvious that really the bush needs protecting from the whacked out human. this was wrote by an Australian by the way. =]

What happens if you called fire station and there was no fire?

If you call the fire station and there is no fire, they will likely ask you for more information to determine the reason for your call. They might provide guidance or assistance if it's a non-emergency situation. However, tying up emergency lines unnecessarily can prevent faster responses to actual emergencies, so it's important to only call in genuine emergency situations.

Why is a clear cut more damaging to a community than forest fire?

Because clear cut means zero trees left, which means no seeds left to grow new trees. There is also terrible erosion.

What happen after a fire?

When you created a fire [do not panic or you will burn or die] dont play with it, dont scream, and never ever hold it closer than 10 inches away or you will die.

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How many forest fires has there been?

The number of forest fires varies significantly each year and depends on various factors, including weather conditions, climate change, and human activity. In recent years, millions of acres have been burned globally, with thousands of individual fires reported annually. For precise statistics, it's best to consult specific organizations, such as the National Interagency Fire Center or the Global Fire Emissions Database, for up-to-date figures.

Can a fire put out a forest fire?

A forest fire is difficult to put out - just look at forest fires that have occurred in California for several days and even weeks. Water, retarding agents and backfires are the preferred methods. DON'T USE LIQUOR! I'VE TRIED IT

When did humans start talking?

around 200,000 years ago! x

Another answer:

No one knows for sure

Louis on 26 July 2010: indeed, no one knows for sure, but there is good reasoning behind thinking that language developed only about 13000 years ago. Although people communicated before, like all animals do, they would also have been using sounds like singing and gestures and even drawings and carving. The the cro-magnons made cave paintings 80.000 years ago. But they were unlikely to have had anything like structured language. It was only when humans settled down from being hunters gatherers into agricultural communities that language developed. There is an excellent book pulling the facts together on this by Rik Smits, unfortunately it seems to be available in Dutch only.

How is fire bad?

Fire is bad if it goes up in the wrong place at the wrong time where it threatens lives and homes.

However, fire is not bad in the natural ecosystem. Depending on the plant community or biome, fires have, can (and still should) occur every 5 to 10 years (grasslands) to every 10 to 40 years (some forests like the boreal) all to reduce litter content and put nutrients down for more plants to grow and to encourage plant growth.

What is bad about wildfires, though, is the infrequencyin which they occur due to human efforts to prevent any means of starting a fire. For example, the tall-grass prairie naturally and normally had a fire frequency interval of around 3 to 5 years. With human involvement and efforts to prevent fires from occuring in such grasslands, we end up with a plant community that hasn't seen a fire in 20, 30, even 50 years. When that happens, we get a huge build up of litter over time, less biomass production from live grasses, and when someone throws a cigarrette out of a vehicle or lightning hits, the fires that do occur there occur with a rabid intensity that is truly frightening, far more frightening than if that native grassland was allowed to burn more frequently. It's no different with forest fires: The longer fires are withheld from a forested area and the more litter is built up, the more intense and ferocious the fires.

What are some good ways of putting out a fire?

There are several ways to put out a fire, but it really depends on what kind of fire you're talking about:

  1. Adding water
  2. Removing oxygen by covering it with something non-flammable, such as dirt or metal lids.
  3. Using a fire extinguisher or other chemicals
  4. Calling the fire department
  5. Removing the fuel source, such as wood
  6. Stomping on it if it's a small fire
  7. Blowing on it, if it's a match or a candle flame (anything larger will grow by blowing on it)
  8. Isolating it so that it dies out after its fuel is consumed

How are forest fires extuinguished?

Water and flame retardants dropped by both firefighters on the ground and by aircraft

How do you put out a forest fire by yourself?

Use your cell phone to place a call to the fire department.

What would happen to the hillside if a forest fire destroyed all plantsand then it rained heavily?

the plants would be effected because #1 there burned or#2 they are dying from the loss of shade from the trees being burned. some plants adapt to fires and become immune or they have natural oils that prevent the fire

Is a forest fire an example of secondary succession?

Small plants grow but are eventually replaced by larger plants.

How are fires naturally put out?

Firefighters use a variety of tools to extinguish wildfires, including planes and helicopters that drop a mixture of chemicals and water on the fire. They also use a Pulaski to dig a fireline, smoke jumpers, and hotshots.

How does a forest fire affect people?

Forest fires have many effects on people, both direct and indirect. Usually, when forest fires spread they threaten to spread to nearby towns, which can burn them down. Fires also give off a lot of carbon monoxide, which can later cause acid rain. Forest fires also destroy animal's natural habitats, which kills animals and disrupts the food chain, which may later have an effect on people. Forest fires also can destroy tree farms, which are valuable sources of lumber and paper for people. Lastly, forest fires destroy the beautiful natural wilderness, so later no people can enjoy the beauty of nature! :'(

How many forest fires are started by camp fires?

thee must have been a lot because a lot of people throw their cigarettes in the forest and a lot of people camp

with a burning fire to keep them warm but the can get out of control