Master this field-tested method for forecasting forest and range fire behavior
This practical manual walks you through predicting spread, intensity, and flame length for fires in forests and rangelands. It explains step by step how to gather inputs, run calculations, and interpret results for on-the-ground decision making.
The book presents a complete, field-ready system that teams can apply without relying on a single expert. It covers fuel descriptions, wind and slope effects, and how to move from data to actionable forecasts. The approach combines modeling concepts with real-world procedures, training, and tools used by fire management professionals.
- How to assess past and current fire situations to identify critical areas
- Methods for estimating fuels, moisture, wind, and slope inputs
- Procedures to calculate fire behavior and interpret the outputs
- Practical exercises and example scenarios to build confidence on the line
Ideal for readers working in wildfire planning, incident response, or fire management training, this edition teams theory with hands-on application to support safer, smarter decisions on the fireline.