Forest fires are a natural part of many ecosystems and help keep them healthy. The plants and animals in these areas have adapted to these fires and can even benefit from them. However, it’s important to manage these fires to prevent them from becoming dangerous wildfires that can harm people and wildlife.
A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire in forests, grasslands, or brushlands. Examples of wildfires include “forest fires” and “bush fires.” When a wildfire grows too large and out of control, it can destroy habitats, damage trees, and threaten the lives of nearby animals and people.
In today’s lesson, we’ll explore how fires grow and spread, and how we can reduce the risk of wildfires to protect habitats and communities. Then, we’ll create our own wildfire detection prototype!
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The SDGs are 17 goals created by the United Nations to make the world a better place. This lesson is connected to Goals 11, 13, and 15.
As we discuss wildfire detection vehicles, consider these questions:
- How can a wildfire detection vehicle help protect communities in fire-prone areas?
- How do rising temperatures and unpredictable weather impact the number and severity of wildfires?
- How can monitoring systems like wildfire detection vehicles help protect plants and animals in fire zones?
