Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Mapping fireprone areas before the fires. |
| Source: |
Ecos (0311-4546). 2017, Issue 234, p1-4. 4p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*FIRES, *CARTOGRAPHY, *ONLINE information services, *FIRE prevention |
| Company/Entity: |
CSIRO (Australia) |
| Abstract: |
The article discusses the global tool developed by researchers led by Australian government agency Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) for mapping regions across the globe that are susceptible to fire events. Topics covered include the development of the tool using the World Bank's "ThinkHazard!" website, the benefits of using the state-wide mapping products for Queensland, and the advantages of using mapping knowledge and online tools to prepare for a fire. |
| Database: |
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