Bay Area lab's new model for forecasting wildfires could change how they're fought and save lives
A new LLNL–UC Irvine model improves understanding of multi-ignition wildfires and the weather systems they generate, aiding firefighting and safety efforts.
Bay Area lab's new model for forecasting wildfires could change how they're fought - and save lives
Multi-ignition wildfires, often driven by dry lightning, make up a small share of fires but cause a disproportionately large share of burned area and generate stronger fire-weather systems.