Mapping Flames Leveraging Remote Sensing and GIS for Forest Fire Prevention

Leveraging Remote Sensing and GIS for Forest Fire Prevention

- Dhananjay Singh Madaik and Muskaan Negi

The present article is dedicated towards discussion on forest fires. Authors—Dhananjay Singh Madaik and Muskaan Negi—explain with perfection how relevance of forest fires has transformed, from being a natural part of ecosystems, to a threat as these fires are accompanied by a number of environmental repercussions. Hence, it needs to be addressed suitably and their prevention, especially in mountain regions requires a multi-pronged approach.

Forest fires are a natural part of ecosystems, but the alarming rise in their frequency and intensity due to climate change and human activities has turned them into a global crisis. In the face of this challenge, cutting-edge technologies like remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) are emerging as powerful tools to prevent and mitigate forest fires. These technologies not only help monitor vast forested areas but also enable authorities to predict, respond to, and recover from fire events effectively. By providing precise data and actionable insights, they empower governments, organizations, and communities to build resilience against this growing threat.

The Growing Threat of Forest Fires