Fuel model selection for BEHAVE in midwestern oak savannas
Northern Journal of Applied Forestry
By: K.W. Grabner, J.P. Dwyer, and B.E. Cutter
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Abstract
BEHAVE, a fire behavior prediction system, can be a useful tool for managing areas with prescribed fire. However, the proper choice of fuel models can be critical in developing management scenarios. BEHAVE predictions were evaluated using four standardized fuel models that partially described oak savanna fuel conditions: Fuel Model 1 (Short Grass), 2 (Timber and Grass), 3 (Tall Grass), and 9 (Hardwood Litter). Although all four models yielded regressions with R2 in excess of 0.8, Fuel Model 2 produced the most reliable fire behavior predictions.
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| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Fuel model selection for BEHAVE in midwestern oak savannas |
| Series title | Northern Journal of Applied Forestry |
| DOI | 10.1093/njaf/18.3.74 |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Year Published | 2001 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Society of American Foresters |
| Contributing office(s) | Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center |
| Description | 7 p. |
| First page | 74 |
| Last page | 80 |
| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| Other Geospatial | Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Knob Noster State Park, Meramec State Park, Peck Ranch Conservation Area, Taum Sauk State Park, P-Highway, University State Forest |