Canadian study finds increased nighttime wildfires due to drought, impacting firefighting efforts.
A Canadian study reveals that nighttime fires once provided a reprieve for wildland firefighters, but this is changing due to increased drought. The availability of bone-dry fuels contributes to extreme fire behaviour and growth at night, while warming temperatures erode the climatological barrier limiting overnight burning. This shift in fire patterns could be crucial for firefighting efforts.
March 13, 2024
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