Forest Fire Disaster Management
Author : Clement Afful
Abstract :Introduction: Forest fires are one of the most destructive natural disasters, causing severe environmental, economic, and social impacts. Effective disaster management strategies are critical to mitigating their effects and ensuring resilience in affected communities. This presentation will outline the key aspects of forest fire disaster management, including prevention, response, and recovery. Causes and Impact: • Natural causes: Lightning strikes, spontaneous combustion, drought conditions • Human-induced causes: Illegal land clearing, accidental fires, negligence • Environmental impact: Loss of biodiversity, deforestation, carbon emissions • Economic and social consequences: Property damage, displacement, health hazards • Prevention and Early Detection • Use of satellite monitoring and AI-driven predictive models • Community awareness and education programs • Creation of firebreaks and controlled burns to reduce fuel load • Emergency Response Strategies • Deployment of firefighting teams and aerial suppression methods • Coordination between local and national emergency services • Evacuation planning and real-time communication systems • Recovery and Rehabilitation • Reforestation and ecosystem restoration efforts • Economic support for affected communities • Policy development for sustainable land management Conclusion: Effective forest fire disaster management requires a comprehensive approach, integrating technology, policy, and community involvement. By enhancing prevention, response, and recovery strategies, we can reduce the devastating impact of forest fires and build more resilient ecosystems and societies.
Keywords :1. Prevention & Mitigation Public Awareness – Community education on fire risks. Controlled Burns – Reducing dry vegetation (fuel load). Firebreaks – Strategic gaps to halt fire spread. Regulations – Banning open flames in high-risk zones. 2. Early Detection & Monitoring Satellite & AI – Real-time fire tracking. Drones & Sensors – Thermal imaging for hotspots. Watchtowers & Patrols – Ground-based surveillance
Conference Name :International Conference on Forest Fire Disaster Management (ICFFDM - 25)
Conference Place Madrid, Spain
Conference Date 22nd Aug 2025
