How heatwaves increase the risk of wildfires: An NCAS explainer
Summary
This article from NCAS explains the connection between heatwaves and wildfires. It describes how persistent high temperatures create hot, dry conditions that dry out vegetation, making it more flammable and increasing the likelihood of wildfire ignition and spread. Dr James Allan from NCAS and the University of Manchester provides expert commentary on the mechanisms linking prolonged heatwaves to increased wildfire risk, touching on the role of climate change in exacerbating these conditions.
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· 1 pulledWildfires are more likely during heatwaves, particularly prolonged ones, because the vegetation gets d
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