How a wildfire starts, spreads and is stopped

Process map by Brian. 11 steps, 1 layer. Tags: environment, disasters, climate.

  1. The spark: Lightning or a human spark meets dry brush
  2. The fire: Fire catches in dry grass and trees
  3. The fire: Wind and slope push it faster
  4. Firefighters: Spot the smoke and send crews
  5. Firefighters: Dig firebreaks and drop water or retardant from the air
  6. The community: Evacuation orders go out
  7. The fire: Is the fire reaching houses?
  8. Firefighters: Defend structures and fight the flames
  9. Firefighters: Weather turns, humidity rises
  10. The fire: Fire is contained and then put out
  11. The community: Rebuild and clear brush to cut the next fire risk

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