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Bushfires have occurred in all parts of Australia at some time. Bushfires can occur throughout Australia, depending on the time of the year. They are more likely to happen in the southern states during Summer and Autumn, in the north during Winter and Spring, and in the middle latitudes during Spring and Summer. They are also more likely in an area which has experienced a period of plenty of rainfall, followed by weeks of dry, hot weather which dries out all the new vegetation which has sprung up.
Bushfires in Australia are most like to occur along the eastern seaboard south of the NSW border and southern coastline in heavily vegetated areas. They commonly occur around Sydney, where there are huge tracts of native bushland, and the ranges around Melbourne. Currently (February 2009), bushfires are raging through the mountains and hills around Melbourne, and to the east and west of the capital city, in the Gippsland area, and west as far as Bendigo. Over 100 lives have been lost, and over 700 homes destroyed in Australia's worst bushfires ever.
Inland areas of NSW which are full of scrub are prone to bushfires. Canberra is surrounded by wooded ranges, again providing fuel for bushfires as was shown in the 2003 fires where four people lost their lives. South Australia has certainly had its share of fires, despite overall less heavily wooded areas: the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005 were particularly devastating, as were the Ash Wednesday tragedies which reached the outer suburbs of Adelaide. Bushfires also occur over in the bushland around Perth. After a dry season, these areas provide enough fuel for bushfires to quickly spread, and the climate can change from pleasantly temperate to hot, dry and windy - perfect conditions for bushfires.
Bushfires are less likely in the far north because of the wetter conditions, but they do still occur. Even Brisbane and the Queensland coast rarely have serious bushfires - certainly not on the devastating scale that has been seen down south. However, Rockhampton and Mount Morgan, just inland from Queensland's central coast, recently (Spring 2009) saw several days of horrific bushfires, as conditions are drier there.
Bush fires are common in regions with hot and dry climates, such as Australia, California, and parts of Africa. They can also occur in other parts of the world where there is abundant vegetation and a combination of high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds.
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What is someone who studies bush-fires called?
A scientist who studies bush-fires is called a fire ecologist. They research the ecological impacts of fires on vegetation, wildlife, and ecosystems, and work to better understand fire behavior and management strategies.
What are bush fires?
Bush fires are wildfires that occur in forests, grasslands, or other open areas with vegetation. They can spread quickly and be difficult to contain, often causing damage to natural ecosystems and harming wildlife. Bush fires are typically fueled by dry conditions and high winds.
How do bush fires affect the hydrosphere?
Bush fires can affect the hydrosphere by causing soil erosion and reducing vegetation cover, leading to increased runoff and potential water pollution due to ash and debris getting washed into water bodies. Additionally, fires can impact water quality by altering nutrient levels and increasing sedimentation in water sources.
What are the agricultural practices that influence bush burning?
Agricultural practices like slash and burn agriculture, improper residue management, and land clearing using fire can lead to bush burning. These practices can increase the vulnerability of vegetation to fires and create conditions conducive to the spread of wildfires. Implementing sustainable land management practices and proper fire prevention measures can help mitigate the impact of bush burning.
What are the effects of man made fire on the environment?
Man-made fires can have various negative effects on the environment, including destruction of habitats, loss of biodiversity, air pollution, and contribution to climate change through the release of greenhouse gases. These fires can also lead to soil erosion, water pollution, and long-term ecosystem damage.
What are the impacts of bush fires?
fire fighters put out bush fires.
Do bush fires only happen in the bush?
Yes bush fires only happen in bush hence the name. But a fire can still be lit and maintain with out wood or 'bush'.
What damage can bush fires cause?
Depends on where the bush is.
What are the benefits of bush fires?
What are the benefits of a bush fire
Are there any bush fires outside Australia?
Yes bush fires occur around the world but are sometimes known as forest fires. They occur in hot weather and can be a natural phenomenon or man made (arson). Bush fires have occurred in New Zealand America Russia to name but a few.
Forest fires are also known as?
wildfires,bush fires etc
What are the impacts on Bush fires?
death
How bush fires affect people?
Well bush fires spread and spread if they aren't put out, and eventually reach homes that people are in.
Why does the UK not get bush fires?
Britain sometimes gets bush fires, or forest fires, but they are not very common, as the climate is often wetter. However fires in South Wales did £4.5 million damage in 2006 and 2007.
What did Australian Kids have to do in the Bush?
light fires.
What are facts about bush fires?
bushfire facts
What is someone who studies bush-fires called?
A scientist who studies bush-fires is called a fire ecologist. They research the ecological impacts of fires on vegetation, wildlife, and ecosystems, and work to better understand fire behavior and management strategies.
