Question 1

Why is early wildfire detection critical?

Accepted Answer

Early detection helps keep fires manageable by enabling faster alerts and enabling fire services to intervene during initial stages, reducing risks and losses.

Question 2

What are the main drivers of wildfires discussed in the document?

Accepted Answer

The document emphasizes human activities as the dominant cause of wildfires, with a smaller portion attributed to natural phenomena such as lightning and climate-related factors.

Question 3

Why do watchtowers and satellites face limitations?

Accepted Answer

Watchtowers have limited viewing range and high construction and destruction risk, while satellites are limited by cost, flexibility, and spatial/temporal resolution, making timely detection difficult.