Cyclones and Hurricanes Raise Risk of Forest Fires: Study
When fast winds blow, they bring down a huge number of trees, leaves, branches, and logs which make great fuel for a fire.
Source: newsweek.com
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When fast winds blow, they bring down a huge number of trees, leaves, branches, and logs which make great fuel for a fire.
As powerful cyclones become increasingly common, scientists investigated the links between cyclones and forest fires, how they fuel one another, and why fires may burn in unexpected areas in the future.
The strong winds and torrential rains that accompany a cyclone do tremendous damage to ecosystems, and this damage can make them more prone to future wildfires.