J. Findley Rosalind L. Helz S. G. Coloff 1997 <p>Report on the first workshop on USGS wildland fire expertise and capabilities. The workshop brought together operational<br>and research representatives ofthe Federal fire management agencies to initiate a more comprehensive assessment<br>ofthe USGS's capabilities and the appropriate role(s) for USGS interaction and involvement with the fire community. The<br>report discusses how the USGS can play a significant role in wildland fire research and offer the fire community several<br>unique capabilities. Foremost capability is the role as data producer; fire detection, assessment, ecological modeling, and<br>rehabilitation and restoration relying on digital elevation models, digital line-graphs, national technical means, and image<br>data are also discussed. The bureau offers technical expertise using geographic information systems (GIS), image processing<br>and analysis, data base management and clearinghouse experience, and access to national technical means data. The<br>bureau must exploit the USGS's expertise and prominence in wildland fire research. The USGS is an experienced player<br>in fire ecology, fire assessment, and fuels loading research. Finally, the USGS also offers strong interdisciplinary experience<br>in watershed and geologic landslide modeling, which is key for assessing postfire effects.</p> application/pdf en U.S. Geological Survey USGS Wildland Fire Workshop, EROS Data Center, Sioux Falls, SD, July 9-10, 1997 reports