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Climate change is increasingly affecting fires worldwide

Multiple fire models, within an impact attribution framework, have been used to explore how climate change is impacting fire worldwide. Results show that climate change is increasing burned area in most regions, particularly during periods of peak fire activity, and this effect is increasing over time. However, changes in population and land use are mitigating some of the effects of climate change.





Climate change is increasingly affecting fires worldwide - Nature Climate Change

Climate change is increasingly affecting fires worldwide - Nature Climate Change

Multiple fire models, within an impact attribution framework, have been used to explore how climate change is impacting fire worldwide. Results show that climate change is increasing burned area in most regions, particularly during periods of peak fire activity, and this effect is increasing over time. However, changes in population and land use are mitigating some of the effects of climate change.

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41558-024-02141-9#citeas




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  • Rashid Kamau

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    Addressing this issue will require mitigation efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation strategies to prepare for and manage the increased risk of fires

    • Ann Nyambura

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      This suggests that urban planning and land management practices can play a role in fire risk reduction

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      • Jane Wangui

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        We've seen so many fires arising due to climate change.we need to act sooner and deal with climate change.

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        • Gorffly mokua

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          Climate change is driving more fires globally, with population and land use offering limited mitigation. Urgent action required!

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