Interrelationships
Spatial Significance
Patterns and Trends
Economic/Social
Environmental/Political
100
What are forest fires
Forest fires are uncontrolled combustion or burning plants in a natural setting, such as forest, grassland etc.
100
What percentage of BC is forested?
63%
100
What does this graphs trends tell you about when fires are most frequent?
It shows that fires are most frequent in the summer.
100
What are some things the logging industry makes?
houses, buildings, cabins
100
What is the governments strategy for dealing with forest fires
The BC government choose to wait for the fires, to put them out.
200
Who is affected by wildfires
indigenous communities, elderly, children and people with chronic health problems
200
What main trees are found in British Columbia?
Douglas fir and Logdewood pine
200
What did the
"Summer 2025 forecast probability of temperature map and Historical Percent precipitation maps" predict?
- drought conditions
- warmer future summers
- likely wildfires
200
How many people were forced to evacuate their homes due to vwildfires?
Wildfires forced 36 850 people to evacuate their homes.
200
What is the First Nations strategy for dealing with forest fires?
The First Nations try to prevent fires before they even start.
300
What pollution do wildfires cause
Air pollution
300
What climate makes this area perfect for forest fires?
Dry, hot continental climate with low humidity
300
In the graph that shows Wildfire Activity in B.C. when is the most significant jump?
The most significant jump is in 2021 where it suddenly increases by a total amount of 977 the following year.
300
What are some short term affects of being exposed to wildfire smoke?
Being exposed to wildfire smoke can cause runny nose, itchy eyes, a mild cough and headaches, or even pneumonia
300
What is the issue with the current laws regarding, the first nations right and legal responsibilities?
Not good law structure, the laws doesn't match first nations responsibility
400
What causes wildfires?
Lightning strikes
400
What makes Douglas fir and Lodgewood pine perfect for forest fires?
High oil and sap content, as well as dry pines
400
What are two factors contribute to dry conditions that can worsen wildfires?
high temperatures and low precipitation
400
How much money was spent on insured damages in 2023?
$720 million
400
What is the BCWS?
It is to reduce the negative imapcts of wildfire on the public safety, property, and economy
500
Why do wildfires matter to people in southern BC?
because they have severely destroyed homes, and livelihoods.
500
Why is this area so dry and hot?
It's in a rain shadow between large mountains
500
A lack of _____ makes it unlikely drought conditions will improve.
precipitation (rainfall)
500
What is the FireSmart plan?
Creates barrier zones and remove all flammable materials around communities
500
What do forest fires change?
vegetation patterns, destroy habitats, and damage water and air quality