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Field plot measurements from the 2017-2020 FASMEE Rx fires

Vegetation characteristics measured before (pre-fire) and after (post-fire) a series of prescribed fires, from 2017 to 2020, on the Richfield Ranger District of the Fishlake National Forest in central Utah. Read more HERE
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Leveraging local habitat suitability models to enhance restoration benefits for species of conservation concern

Restoring habitats with limited resources is challenging, but this study offers a data-driven approach to maximize impact. Using the Gunnison sage-grouse as a case study, researchers developed heatmaps to pinpoint high-potential restoration areas, showing how strategic planning can dramatically improve habitat suitability and conservation success. Read more HERE
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Edge Effects Along Roadside Fuel Treatments in Sagebrush Steppe

The construction of fuel breaks is a common strategy for suppressing wildfires in rangelands, but it can also increase the number of invasive species such as cheatgrass, ultimately increasing the treatment perimeter and the potential for edge effects to occur. Read more HERE
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Evaluating the Development and Application of Stand Density Index for the Management of Complex and Adaptive Forests

This review examines the evolution of Stand Density Index (SDI) as a key metric for assessing forest stand density and predicting stand development. It explores various methodologies for estimating SDI and its application in managing complex and adaptive forest ecosystems. Read more HERE
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When more blackberries is a bad thing: Invasive plant management support

Rocky Mountain Research StationScience you can use: This article explores how non-native blackberry species are spreading across the western U.S., impacting ecosystems and wildfire behavior. It highlights the challenges of managing these invasive plants and their potential effects on native vegetation and fire risk. Read more HERE Listen to a podcast HERE
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Green is the New Black: Outcomes of post-fire tree planting across the US Interior West

With severe wildfire activity increasing across the western United States, reforestation efforts such as tree plantings are seen as an essential management tool to combat carbon emissions and restore forest resiliency. Read more about the outcomes and challenges of tree planting in post-wildfire environments HERE
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The fastest-growing and most destructive fires in the US (2001 to 2020)

Wildfires that spread rapidly are the most dangerous, and their growth rates have significantly increased across the U.S. between 2001 and 2020, especially in the West. Research shows that these fast-moving fires are responsible for destroying more than three-quarters of affected structures. Read more HERE
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The cost of retrofitting a home for wildfire resistance

With wildfires becoming more frequent and destructive, protecting your home is more important than ever. This article from Headwaters Economics explores cost-effective retrofitting strategies that can make homes more fire-resistant, helping homeowners reduce risk and improve safety. Read more HERE
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Misconceptions Around Strategy: Managing Fire Response and Public Communication to Support Risk-Based Decision making

Rocky Mountain Research StationScience you can use: Wildfire management is often clouded by myths, but this paper from the U.S. Forest Service cuts through the misconceptions with insights that challenge common beliefs. Read more HERE
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Wildfire Risk

Science You Can Use 101: As wildfires grow more intense and unpredictable, understanding how to assess and mitigate wildfire risk has never been more critical. This article dives into the latest science behind wildfire risk management, offering valuable insights for land managers, policymakers, and anyone concerned about protecting communities and ecosystems from devastating fires. Read…
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Test Blog Grid

Field plot measurements from the 2017-2020 FASMEE Rx fires

Leveraging local habitat suitability models to enhance restoration benefits for species of conservation concern

Edge Effects Along Roadside Fuel Treatments in Sagebrush Steppe

Evaluating the Development and Application of Stand Density Index for the Management of Complex and Adaptive Forests

When more blackberries is a bad thing: Invasive plant management support

Green is the New Black: Outcomes of post-fire tree planting across the US Interior West

The fastest-growing and most destructive fires in the US (2001 to 2020)

The cost of retrofitting a home for wildfire resistance

Misconceptions Around Strategy: Managing Fire Response and Public Communication to Support Risk-Based Decision making

Wildfire Risk

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